Madagascar Map
Interactive map of Madagascar with coordinates, nearby places, airports and travel highlights.
Summary
Madagascar is a country in Africa. Madagascar is a country in Africa with its capital at Antananarivo. It has a population of about 30 million. The capital is Antananarivo.
Right now it is 51°F (11°C) in Madagascar with overcast. It feels like 50°F. Today runs from 50°F to 78°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Madagascar is April, May, June, July, August, September and October. The climate is temperate. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. November is the warmest month with average highs near 82°F, while July is the coldest with lows near 51°F.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 78°F is 5.8°F above the 72°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 10 AM to 1 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. hiking is the strongest bet in Madagascar today at 9.8/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
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Coordinates: 18°52′45.1″S 47°30′28.4″E (-18.8792, 47.5079)
Quick facts about Madagascar
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | Africa |
| Continent | Africa |
| Coordinates | 18°52′45.1″S 47°30′28.4″E (-18.8792, 47.5079) |
| Capital | Antananarivo |
| Population | 30.000.000 |
| Area | 226.658 sq mi |
| ISO code | MG |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | MDG |
| Currency | Malagasy ariary (MGA) |
| Languages | Malagasy, French |
| Calling code | +261 |
| Time zone | Indian/Antananarivo |
| Local time | 1:53 PM (UTC+03:00) |
| Best months | April, May, June, July, August, September and October |
| Climate | Temperate |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Madagascar?
Madagascar is a country in Africa. Its coordinates are -18.8792, 47.5079. It lies in Africa.
What is the weather like in Madagascar right now?
It is currently 51°F (11°C) with overcast. Humidity is 98% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Madagascar?
April, May, June, July, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Madagascar, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Madagascar in?
Madagascar observes Indian/Antananarivo (UTC+03:00). The local time is 1:53 PM.
How many people live in Madagascar?
Madagascar has a population of approximately 30 million.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 23, 2026 at 1:53 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
