July · Madagascar
Best time to visit Antananarivo in July Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Antananarivo in July
Average temperature 13°C, 49 mm of rain, about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 86% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
July score
7.9/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 13°C
- Rainfall
- 49 mm
- Humidity
- 86%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 16
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
July in Antananarivo scores 7.9/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 13°C, 49 mm of rain, and roughly 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Highland markets and colonial hillsides feel most pleasant in the cooler dry month of July.
July in Antananarivo: strong conditions, 2nd of 12
Temperatures hover around 13°C (55°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.
Budget for roughly 49 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 7.9/10 on the same scale — 2nd of 12 months, versus 9/10 for the best month here.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening, a packable rain layer.
Budget for peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Antananarivo in July?
- In July, Antananarivo averages 13°C, 49 mm of rain, and about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.9/10.
- Is July a good time to visit Antananarivo?
- July earns a 7.9/10 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 July?
- Expect about 49 mm of rain in July. Average humidity is 86% and there are about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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