August · Madagascar
Best time to visit Fort-Dauphin in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Fort-Dauphin in August
Average temperature 20°C, 81 mm of rain, about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 80% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
7.7/10
Ranked #4 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 20°C
- Rainfall
- 81 mm
- Humidity
- 80%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 18
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
August in Fort-Dauphin scores 7.7/10 for nature and wildlife travel - an above-average month (#4 of 12). Expect around 20°C, 81 mm of rain, and roughly 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Fort-Dauphin, or Tolanaro, is a coastal town in southern Madagascar near beaches and rainforest parks.
August holds up well in Fort-Dauphin — 4th best month
Trail conditions at 20°C (68°F) favour early starts and shaded routes in August; midday is for water breaks, not for exposed climbs.
Budget for roughly 81 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.1 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 7.7/10 on the same scale — 4th of 12 months, versus 8.9/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a packable rain layer, footwear you can get muddy.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Fort-Dauphin in August?
- In August, Fort-Dauphin averages 20°C, 81 mm of rain, and about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.7/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Fort-Dauphin?
- August earns a 7.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Fort-Dauphin in August?
- Expect about 81 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 80% and there are about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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