Nosy Be in March
Not the best time
March gives you hope with improving weather and the return of boat services to Nosy Komba. Still plenty of rain, but at least you can plan a beach day without checking the radar every hour.
Weather
March marks the tail end of cyclone season with decreasing but still significant rainfall. Humidity starts dropping from its peak but afternoons remain swampy at 75-80%. The worst storms usually pass by mid-month.
29°C high23°C low14 rain days
Crowds & Cost
low crowds
~$52/day average
March Tips
- •Late March offers your first decent weather windows for island hopping
- •Ylang-ylang harvest season begins - distilleries offer tours with fewer crowds
- •Roads around Lokobe Reserve can still be muddy and impassable
All Months
April through November offers the sweet spot — dry weather, manageable heat, and calm seas. Temperatures hover around 26°C (79°F) with cooling trade winds.
July and August bring peak season crowds and higher prices. Hotel rates jump 30-50% during these months. But the weather stays perfect, and you'll have company for island hopping trips.
April and May deliver the best value. Rains have stopped, crowds haven't arrived, and hotel rates stay reasonable. The ylang-ylang trees bloom in May, filling the air with perfume.
December through March means cyclone season. Heavy rains flood roads and cancel boat trips. Many restaurants close during January and February. Some budget travelers brave this period for 50% discounts, but you're gambling with the weather.
September through November offers another excellent window. Post-peak season means lower prices but still reliable weather. Humpback whales migrate through these waters from July to September.
Nosy Be Scores
Solo
6/10
Couples
8/10
Families
6/10
Adventure
6/10
Budget
6/10
Luxury
6/10
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