Weather & Climate in Bemaitso, Madagascar
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Bemaitso enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 44.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 3,074 feet.
Temperature
72°F Jan (22°C)
60°F Jul (16°C)
| Annual Average | 67.3°F |
| 25% above US avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,074 ft (937 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.0667°S, 48.5000°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 | 99 km | 10 km |
| Mar 16, 2012 | 23 km ENE of Amparafaravola, Madagascar | M4.2 | 47 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 | - | 119 km |
| 2026 | Fytia | Category 1 | - | 248 km |
| 2018 | Dumazile | Category 2 | 75 mph | 284 km |
| 2018 | Ava | Category 2 | 92 mph | 143 km |
| 2018 | Eliakim | Category 1 | 63 mph | 265 km |
| 2017 | Enawo | Category 4 | 127 mph | 161 km |
| 2012 | Giovanna | Category 4 | 98 mph | 216 km |
| 2011 | Bingiza | Category 3 | 86 mph | 132 km |
| 2009 | Jade | Category 1 | 69 mph | 205 km |
| 2008 | Ivan | Category 4 | 115 mph | 26 km |
| 2007 | Indlala | Category 4 | 109 mph | 159 km |
| 2007 | Bondo | Category 2 | 75 mph | 276 km |
| 2007 | Jaya | Category 2 | 86 mph | 291 km |
| 2004 | Gafilo | Category 4 | 138 mph | 159 km |
| 2003 | Manou | Category 1 | 96 mph | 252 km |
| 2002 | Hary | Category 5 | 138 mph | 212 km |
| 2000 | Hudah | Category 4 | 132 mph | 249 km |
| 2000 | Eline:leone | Category 1 | 104 mph | 250 km |
| 1996 | Bonita | Category 4 | 92 mph | 39 km |
| 1994 | Litanne | Category 4 | 115 mph | 176 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 10.2 in | Wettest |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 8.7 in | Warmest |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 7.1 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 0.7 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 0.7 in | |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| August | 62°F (16°C) | 0.8 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| October | 67°F (19°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 4.3 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 8.0 in |
Bemaitso has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 60°F in July to 72°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 44.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (10.2") and September the driest (0.4").