Weather & Climate in Ambatondrazaka, Madagascar
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Ambatondrazaka enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 43.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 2,520 feet.
Temperature
75°F Jan (24°C)
63°F Jul (17°C)
| Annual Average | 69.8°F |
| 29% above US avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,520 ft (768 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.8333°S, 48.4167°E |
| Timezone | Indian/Antananarivo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
2 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.4.
| Jun 26, 1996 | 49 km SSW of Sahatavy, Madagascar | M4.4 | 49 km | 10 km |
| Mar 16, 2012 | 23 km ENE of Amparafaravola, Madagascar | M4.2 | 39 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
26 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 5.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2026 | Gezani | Category 3 | - | 43 km |
| 2026 | Fytia | Category 1 | - | 267 km |
| 2018 | Dumazile | Category 2 | 81 mph | 264 km |
| 2018 | Ava | Category 2 | 92 mph | 81 km |
| 2017 | Enawo | Category 1 | 58 mph | 239 km |
| 2013 | Felleng | Category 2 | 78 mph | 288 km |
| 2012 | Giovanna | Category 4 | 98 mph | 133 km |
| 2011 | Bingiza | Category 3 | 86 mph | 217 km |
| 2009 | Jade | Category 1 | 69 mph | 276 km |
| 2008 | Ivan | Category 4 | 115 mph | 50 km |
| 2007 | Indlala | Category 2 | 69 mph | 241 km |
| 2007 | Clovis | Category 1 | 71 mph | 299 km |
| 2004 | Gafilo | Category 4 | 92 mph | 229 km |
| 2003 | Manou | Category 1 | 96 mph | 178 km |
| 2002 | Hary | Category 5 | 121 mph | 224 km |
| 2000 | Eline:leone | Category 1 | 104 mph | 169 km |
| 1996 | Bonita | Category 4 | 92 mph | 52 km |
| 1996 | Edwige | Category 2 | 92 mph | 276 km |
| 1994 | Litanne | Category 4 | 115 mph | 99 km |
| 1994 | Geralda | Category 4 | 115 mph | 64 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 10.6 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 74°F (24°C) | 9.2 in | |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 7.2 in | |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 69°F (20°C) | 0.5 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 0.4 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| October | 69°F (21°C) | 1.0 in | |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 4.4 in | |
| December | 74°F (24°C) | 8.3 in |
Ambatondrazaka has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 63°F in July to 75°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 43.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (10.6") and September the driest (0.2").