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Mahavelona
City in Antsiranana, Madagascar
Overview
Mahavelona is a small, coastal town in northern Madagascar's Antsiranana region, offering laid-back vibes and friendly locals. Visitors can enjoy picturesque beaches, modest markets, and glimpses of authentic Malagasy life. Though not a major tourist hub, it charms with its simplicity and natural beauty.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Madagascar
Province
Antsiranana
Population
7,987
Time Zone
Indian/Antananarivo
Coordinates
-17.68°, 49.51°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
45
Female Safety
40
LGBTQ+ Safety
30
Traffic Safety
50
Food Safety
40
Monthly Cost
$432
Local Cost
$169
Local Income
$70
Cashless
10
English
20
Temperature
23.6°C
Summer Avg
25.7°C
Winter Avg
21.2°C
Record High
32.3°C
Record Low
15.6°C
Humidity
83%
Precipitation
2133 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
TMM
Distance
49 km
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Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 60/100.
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