Bealanana
Madagascar
Bealanana is a town and commune in western Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Bealanana, which is a part of Sofia Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 14,000 in 2001 commune census.
Read more — WikipediaThe best months to visit are May–September.
November is the hottest month, with highs around 29°C (84°F).
July is the coldest month, with lows around 11°C (51°F).
The wettest month is January, with rain on about 25 days.
September is the sunniest month, with about 8.6 hours of sunshine a day.
In October, it’s warmer here than in 50% of places in Madagascar.
16-day forecast
- Feels like
- 25°
- Humidity
- 45%
- Wind
- 12 km/h E
- Gusts
- 31 km/h
- Cloud cover
- 2%
- Pressure
- 1021 hPa
- UV index
- 12 (now)
- Sunrise / Sunset
- 05:12 / 17:45
Next 48 hours
Pollen forecasts are only available in Europe.
Best time to visit Bealanana
Average conditions for each month, from long-term climate normals (1961–2020).
Month by month
| Climate | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high | 28° | 28° | 28° | 28° | 27° | 25° | 23° | 24° | 25° | 28° | 29° | 28° |
| Average low | 16° | 17° | 16° | 15° | 13° | 11° | 11° | 11° | 11° | 13° | 15° | 16° |
| Rainfall (mm) | 322 | 302 | 261 | 85 | 17 | 20 | 10 | 17 | 11 | 29 | 94 | 248 |
| Rain days | 25 | 23 | 21 | 15 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 7 | 17 | 23 |
| Sunshine per day (h) | 5.9 | 6 | 6.5 | 7.3 | 7.9 | 7.6 | 7.6 | 8 | 8.6 | 8.6 | 7.7 | 6.6 |
| Daylight (h) | 12.9 | 12.6 | 12.2 | 11.8 | 11.4 | 11.3 | 11.3 | 11.6 | 12 | 12.5 | 12.8 | 13 |
| Humidity (%) | 83 | 84 | 84 | 81 | 77 | 76 | 74 | 71 | 70 | 72 | 78 | 82 |
| Wind (km/h) | 9 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 12 | 10 | 9 |
| Go score | 61 | 62 | 61 | 71 | 85 | 87 | 84 | 84 | 88 | 74 | 58 | 58 |
The go score (0–100) favours daytime highs of 22–27 °C, mild nights, plenty of sunshine and few rainy days.
Climate normals: WorldClim 2.1 (1970–2000) · CRU CL 2.0 (1961–1990) About this data: Climate normals
What to do in Bealanana, month by month
When each activity is at its best, judged from the climate averages.
Rainy season: December–March Dry season: April–November (Based on average monthly rainfall)
| Activities | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sightseeing & city walks | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Fair | Poor | Poor |
| Hiking | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair | Fair | Good | Good | Fair | Fair | Poor | Poor |
| Photography & sunsets | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Fair | Fair |
Good Fair Poor · Estimated from long-term averages of temperature, rain days, sunshine and sea temperature.
How each activity is rated
- Sightseeing & city walks — Good: highs of 15–27 °C and few rain days. Fair: 11–33 °C.
- Hiking — Good: highs of 10–24 °C and few rain days; a wider window with trails or national parks nearby.
- Photography & sunsets — Good: at least 7 hours of sunshine a day and few rain days. Fair: 5 hours or more.
Rainy season in Madagascar: November–April · Wettest month: January Month by month
Cyclone season in Bealanana
How often tropical storms come close, by month — long-term averages, not a forecast.
Averages of 1991–2025 · Everything here is a long-term average, not a forecast. For storms that are active now, follow the official warning centre: Météo Madagascar (meteomadagascar.mg) · Météo-France La Réunion (meteofrance.re)
Madagascar: month by monthBealanana: tourist crowds by month
How busy it gets through the year — and the months with good weather and fewer visitors.
Best value months
Good weather, fewer visitors, usually lower prices.
January–March
- Jan61
- Feb62
- Mar61
An estimate: months with a go score of 60 or more and below-average tourist numbers.
Updated: About this data: Crowds & prices
Landmarks nearby
Mountains, castles, museums, beaches and heritage sites within 25 km.
Bealanana: practical information
Plugs, money, emergency numbers, safety and typical prices: what to know before you go.
- Voltage
- 127 V · 50 Hz
- Driving
- Drive on the right
Malagasy Ariary
MGA · Ar
- Languages
- French, Malagasy
- Calling code
- +261
- Meal, casual restaurantMGA 32,700≈ $7.20
- CappuccinoMGA 8,950≈ $2.00
- Beer (0.5 l)MGA 12,600≈ $2.80
- Bottled water (1.5 l)MGA 4,200≈ $0.90
- Taxi, 5 kmMGA 22,350≈ $4.90
- Public transport ticketMGA 4,300≈ $1.00
- Mid-range hotel, per nightMGA 314,200≈ $69.00
Estimated from Madagascar’s consumer price level — real prices vary by place and season. Prices are about 29% of US levels.
- Nov 1All Saints' Day
- Dec 25Christmas Day
- Jan 1New Year's Day
No earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more within 100 km since 1975.
How to get to Bealanana
Nearest airports
- WMNMaroantsetra AirportMaroantsetra142 km
- NOSNosy Be International AirportNosy Be145 km
- SVBSambava AirportSambava156 km
- DIEArrachart AirportAntisiranana251 km
- MJNAmborovy AirportMahajanga286 km
- SMSSainte Marie AirportVohilava306 km
Distances
- Antananarivo503 km 8 h 43 · 1 h 18
- Toamasina407 km 7 h 03 · 1 h 10
- Antsirabe619 km 10 h 44 · 1 h 27
- Mahajanga292 km 5 h 04
- Fianarantsoa788 km 13 h 40 · 1 h 40
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Hotels in Bealanana
Hotels and holiday rentals with live nightly prices.
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Matched on temperature and rainfall across the whole year.
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Climate in Bealanana
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Bealanana?
Based on climate normals, the best time to visit Bealanana is May–September.
What is the weather like in Bealanana in October?
In October, Bealanana averages a high of 28°C (82°F) and a low of 13°C (55°F), with 29 mm of rain on about 7 days.
What is the rainiest month in Bealanana?
January, with rain on about 25 days.
What is the nearest airport to Bealanana?
Nosy Be International Airport (NOS), about 145 km away.
What power plugs are used in Madagascar?
Plug types C, E, K, at 127 V.
What currency is used in Madagascar?
Malagasy Ariary (MGA).
Is Madagascar safe to visit?
US travel advisory: Exercise increased caution. UK travel advice: No travel warnings.
When is Bealanana most crowded?
The busiest months are May–June and September.
When is Bealanana least crowded?
The quietest months are November–December.
When is the best time to visit Bealanana without the crowds?
October: good weather with fewer visitors than in peak season.
What time zone is Bealanana in?
Indian/Antananarivo (UTC+3).
What is the population of Bealanana?
About 32,764.