Madagascar weather
Our guide to the weather in Madagascar during December
We've looked at the most up-to-date weather data for Madagascar, covering the last 12 years up to 2024, plus we've asked our team of travel bloggers for their first-hand experiences in order to answer the most frequently asked questions about Madagascar weather in December.
How warm is it in Madagascar during December?
The temperature reaches around 23℃ during the daytime in December, falling away to 14℃ at night. The UV index will be moderate at this time of year, so not something to worry about for the average person. However, if you're going to be outside for long periods it's worth wearing a broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen and UV-blocking sunglasses. Remember that bright surfaces, such as water and sand increase UV exposure.
Does it rain in Madagascar during December?
On average, there will be 20 rainy days during the month, amounting to 532.5mm in total. That's a lot of rain. For comparison, the wettest months in the UK typically sees between 80mm and 100mm, depending on where you are. There's a good chance that you'll catch a thunderstorm during your trip.
Is it windy in Madagascar during December?
You're unlikely to experience any strong winds. Expect a light breeze that picks up slightly at times in December. With warm air temperatures and high humidity, any breeze will feel warm but refreshing.
Madagascar Blog posts
From the UK's most popular travel bloggers
Three Reasons to Choose Madagascar as Your Next Holiday Destination
29th March 2023 by TravelDave
Madagascar as a unique travel destination. Boasting a diverse mix of cultures, breathtaking landscapes and an abundance of wildlife, this Indian Ocean island is sure to provide an unforgettable holiday. Conservation efforts and wildlife documentaries have been widely publicised, bringing attention to this remarkable destination, making it the perfect choice for your next getaway....
The world’s graveyard in Madagascar
1st March 2021 by Inside the Travel Lab
Madagascar lies 250 miles east of the coast of mainland Africa, steady and sizeable amid a swirling Indian Ocean and the flowing Mozambique Channel. As one of, if not the, poorest country in the world not currently at war, its people reflect its diverse heritage, its landscape a paradise for nature....
Top things to do in Madagascar for wildlife and UNESCO heritage
10th February 2021 by Inside the Travel Lab
From dreamy soft-sand beaches to intriguing wildlife, twisty-branched baobab and flickering palms, nature tops the list of things to do in Madagascar. But there's more. So much more. Let me show you a look at the best things to do in Madagascar, with links to in-depth articles andplenty of resources to help you plan your trip. ...
If you love the wild, you’ll love the red tsingy in Madagascar
1st March 2021 by Inside the Travel Lab
It snaked towards us slowly. A scarlet, silted, rust-red, blood-red, iron-tinged flow. The water seeped around the edges of my boots, my footprints swallowed up within seconds. It visibly stained my soles. Up ahead, I saw two men walking, the two men who were travelling with me. But no other soul was there. Originally from Inside the Travel Lab. ......
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