Saint Mary is a small village located in the northwest corner of Madagascar, a large island off the coast of East Africa. The village is situated on a hill overlooking the Indian Ocean and is surrounded by lush tropical rainforest.
The village is home to a small population of about 500 people, mostly of Malagasy descent. The people of Saint Mary are predominantly Roman Catholic and the village is home to a small church dedicated to the Virgin Mary. The church is a popular pilgrimage site for Malagasy Catholics and is the center of many religious celebrations throughout the year.
The village is also home to the ruins of an old Portuguese fort, which was built in the 16th century and is now a popular tourist attraction. The fort is a reminder of the Portuguese colonial history of the island and provides a glimpse into the past.
Saint Mary is also home to a large number of endemic species of plants and animals, making it a popular destination for ecotourism. The village is surrounded by a variety of habitats, including rainforest, mangroves, and coral reefs, and is home to a wide variety of wildlife, including lemurs, chameleons, and a variety of birds.
The village has a long and storied history, having been settled by the Portuguese in the 16th century and later becoming a French colony in the 19th century. In 1960, the village became part of the newly independent nation of Madagascar. Today, the village is a peaceful and tranquil place, where the people of Saint Mary continue to practice their traditional customs and beliefs.
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The climate in Saint Mary, Madagascar is tropical with distinct wet and dry seasons. The wet season runs from December to April, with temperatures reaching up to 32°C and heavy rainfall. The dry season is from May to November, with temperatures ranging from 18°C to 30°C and very little rainfall. The winter months (June to August) are the coolest, with temperatures dropping to around 17°C. The summer months (December to March) are the hottest and most humid, with temperatures reaching up to 32°C.
Our weather forecast for Saint Mary helps plan your stay according to the weather. For sunny days, pack light and breathable clothes, swimwear, and sunscreen. For winter weather, it's recommended to bring warm clothes, gloves, a hat, sturdy footwear, and a raincoat.
Date | Icon | Temperature | Wind speed/gusts | Cloudiness/Visibility | Air humidity/pressure | Sunrise/Sunset |
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Nov. 18th 2024 Nov. 18th 2024 | max: 26.3 °C min: 25.6 °C |
17.6 m/s 18.0 m/s |
6.7 % 22.6 m |
74.6 % 1,014 hPa |
04:57:30 17:53:58 |
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Nov. 19th 2024 Nov. 19th 2024 | max: 26.5 °C min: 25.7 °C |
22.0 m/s 23.0 m/s |
12.1 % 23.2 m |
72.8 % 1,015 hPa |
04:57:24 17:54:31 |
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Nov. 20th 2024 Nov. 20th 2024 | max: 26.4 °C min: 25.7 °C |
27.0 m/s 28.8 m/s |
4.6 % 23.9 m |
74.2 % 1,014 hPa |
04:57:19 17:55:04 |
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Nov. 21st 2024 Nov. 21st 2024 | max: 26.8 °C min: 25.5 °C |
31.3 m/s 32.8 m/s |
12.2 % 23.6 m |
79.1 % 1,012 hPa |
04:57:15 17:55:38 |
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Nov. 22nd 2024 Nov. 22nd 2024 | max: 27.1 °C min: 25.5 °C |
26.3 m/s 28.8 m/s |
3.8 % 23.2 m |
77.0 % 1,011 hPa |
04:57:13 17:56:12 |
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Nov. 23rd 2024 Nov. 23rd 2024 | max: 27.3 °C min: 25.6 °C |
27.7 m/s 34.6 m/s |
21.0 % 22.7 m |
80.6 % 1,012 hPa |
04:57:12 17:56:46 |
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Nov. 24th 2024 Nov. 24th 2024 | max: 26.8 °C min: 26.1 °C |
25.2 m/s 26.6 m/s |
78.3 % 21.0 m |
79.2 % 1,014 hPa |
04:57:13 17:57:21 |
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Nov. 25th 2024 Nov. 25th 2024 | max: 26.8 °C min: 25.9 °C |
18.0 m/s 20.5 m/s |
77.0 % 21.9 m |
77.5 % 1,013 hPa |
04:57:14 17:57:56 |
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Nov. 26th 2024 Nov. 26th 2024 | max: 26.8 °C min: 25.8 °C |
18.0 m/s 20.2 m/s |
7.9 % 18.0 m |
77.2 % 1,012 hPa |
04:57:17 17:58:31 |
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Nov. 27th 2024 Nov. 27th 2024 | max: 26.9 °C min: 26 °C |
24.5 m/s 25.2 m/s |
6.4 % 24.1 m |
73.7 % 1,011 hPa |
04:57:21 17:59:06 |
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Nov. 28th 2024 Nov. 28th 2024 | max: 26.8 °C min: 26.1 °C |
19.1 m/s 19.1 m/s |
63.4 % 24.1 m |
72.1 % 1,011 hPa |
04:57:26 17:59:42 |
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Nov. 29th 2024 Nov. 29th 2024 | max: 26.6 °C min: 25.7 °C |
18.4 m/s 18.0 m/s |
11.8 % 22.6 m |
73.7 % 1,012 hPa |
04:57:32 18:00:17 |
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Nov. 30th 2024 Nov. 30th 2024 | max: 26.3 °C min: 25.4 °C |
22.3 m/s 21.6 m/s |
16.9 % 24.1 m |
69.4 % 1,013 hPa |
04:57:40 18:00:53 |
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Dec. 1st 2024 Dec. 1st 2024 | max: 26.6 °C min: 25.9 °C |
18.7 m/s 19.1 m/s |
4.7 % 23.9 m |
69.8 % 1,014 hPa |
04:57:49 18:01:29 |
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Date | Ship | Arrival | Departure | Details |
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Feb. 8th 2026 Sunday, 8th of Feb. 2026 | Seven Seas Voyager | 12:00 pm | 08:00 pm | |
Feb. 14th 2026 Saturday, 14th of Feb. 2026 | Seven Seas Voyager | 07:00 am | 02:30 pm |
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