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 62°F (17°C) in Madagascar with partly cloudy. It feels like 64°F. Today runs from 62°F to 80°F. Chance of precipitation is 86%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.6/10 - good conditions.
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 about average for October. The forecast high of 80°F is in line with the 81°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Madagascar today at 9.6/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
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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 | 5:32 AM (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 62°F (17°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 89% and wind is 4 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 5:32 AM.
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 October 26, 2026 at 5:32 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
