Madagascar’s west and southwest sides get extremely hot during the summer months from November to March, which makes traveling miserable. On the other hand, the winter months in these areas are enjoyable, with clear skies, cooler temperatures and no rain. However, in the east and northeast, be ready for rainfall and cloudy skies at any time, although when it does rain it usually does not last long during the winter months. Hotels, popular attractions and a good majority of all types of transportation, including planes and buses, fill up during European holiday periods, such as Christmas and Easter.
HOLIDAYS
January - New Year's Day
March - Easter Monday
March - Memorial Day or Martyr's Day
May - Labour Day
May - Africa Day
June - Independence Day
July - Fandoana Bathing Festival
August - Assumption Day
September - St Vincent de Paul Day
November - All Saints Day
December - Christmas
December - Boxing Day
December - Anniversary of the Republic.
Weekend - Saturday, Sunday
