December · Madagascar
Best time to visit Antananarivo in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Antananarivo in December
Average temperature 20°C, 277 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 82% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
5.0/10
Ranked #9 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 20°C
- Rainfall
- 277 mm
- Humidity
- 82%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
December in Antananarivo scores 5.0/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around 20°C, 277 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Highland markets and colonial hillsides feel most pleasant in the cooler dry month of July.
December in Antananarivo: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
December averages 20°C (68°F) — pleasant for mornings and evenings on foot in the city, with a midday break when the sun is strongest.
277 mm makes this the wettest stretch of the year, though about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still appear — keep an indoor fallback ready.
It scores 5/10 here, 9th of 12 months, against 9/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Plan for low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? September scores 4 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Antananarivo in December?
- In December, Antananarivo averages 20°C, 277 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.0/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Antananarivo?
- December earns a 5.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Antananarivo in December?
- Expect about 277 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 82% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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