Madagascar, Madagascar: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Madagascar, Madagascar? If you're planning to go to Madagascar, below is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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About your travel guide

Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to Madagascar, Madagascar

Based on the climate and weather in Madagascar, the best time to go is September. See below for details.

Important essentials for Madagascar, Madagascar

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Madagascar, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Travel insurance

    If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards may get worn. An unreadable card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.


  • N95 masks to use in crowded airports

    These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection available.


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks are not available for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry plane-friendly product.


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.

General health necessities

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What to wear/what to pack for Madagascar, Madagascar by month

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January

Traveling to Madagascar in January, you will notice that it is a perfect temperature. Expect it to rain about two thirds of the time. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 60s F (low 10s C).

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February

February for Madagascar is warm. Temperatures average in the high 60s F (low 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains about two thirds of the time.

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March

March in this region is warm. Temperatures average in the 60s F (high 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains about half of the time.

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April

If you are traveling to Madagascar in April, you will notice that it is balmy. Expect it to rain about a third of the time. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 60s F (high 10s C).

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May

May here is balmy. Temperatures average in the low 60s F (mid 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains about a third of the time.

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June

June here is cool. Temperatures average in the high 50s F (mid 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains sometimes.

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July

July is cool. Temperatures average in the 50s F (low 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains a bit less than half of the time.

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August

Traveling to Madagascar in August, you will notice that it is relatively cool. Expect it to rain about a third of the time. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 50s F (mid 10s C).

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September

Traveling to Madagascar in September, you will notice that it dry with little rain. Expect it to rain occasionally. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 50s F (mid 10s C).

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October

October for Madagascar is balmy. Temperatures average in the low 60s F (high 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains about a third of the time.

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November

If you go to Madagascar in November, you will notice that it is balmy. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 60s F (high 10s C).

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December

If you go to Madagascar in December, you will notice that it is warm. Expect it to rain about two thirds of the time. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 60s F (high 10s C).

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