Madagascar Travel Guide
Madagascar travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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 60°F (16°C) in Madagascar with overcast. It feels like 59°F. Today runs from 59°F to 76°F. Chance of precipitation is 29%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.9/10 - 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 cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 76°F is 5.2°F below the 81°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 8 AM to 11 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Madagascar today at 9.4/10. 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.
Map of Madagascar
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 18°52′45.1″S 47°30′28.4″E (-18.8792, 47.5079)
Weather in Madagascar right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 6:42 AM, Oct 1 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 79° / 57°
Overcast · 24% rain · wind 12 mph
☁️ 80° / 58°
Overcast · 46% rain · wind 13 mph
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 | 6:42 AM (UTC+03:00) |
| Best months | April, May, June, July, August, September and October |
| Climate | Temperate |
Best time to visit Madagascar
Go in April, May, June, July, August, September and October. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
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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 60°F (16°C) with overcast. Humidity is 82% and wind is 7 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 6:42 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 1, 2026 at 6:42 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
