September · Madagascar
Best time to visit Fort-Dauphin in September Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Fort-Dauphin in September
Average temperature 22°C, 73 mm of rain, about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 80% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
September score
8.5/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 22°C
- Rainfall
- 73 mm
- Humidity
- 80%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 25
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
September in Fort-Dauphin scores 8.5/10 for nature and wildlife travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 22°C, 73 mm of rain, and roughly 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Fort-Dauphin, or Tolanaro, is a coastal town in southern Madagascar near beaches and rainforest parks.
September ranks 2nd of 12 for Fort-Dauphin — one of the best windows
Trail conditions at 22°C (71°F) favour early starts and shaded routes in September; midday is for water breaks, not for exposed climbs.
Budget for roughly 73 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.9 hours of daylight to work around it.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Fort-Dauphin at 8.5/10 (2nd of 12), just behind October at 8.9/10.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a packable rain layer, footwear you can get muddy.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Fort-Dauphin in September?
- In September, Fort-Dauphin averages 22°C, 73 mm of rain, and about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.5/10.
- Is September a good time to visit Fort-Dauphin?
- September earns a 8.5/10 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 September?
- Expect about 73 mm of rain in September. Average humidity is 80% and there are about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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