Antananarivo, Madagascar
Capital city · Population 1.3M
Antananarivo is the capital and the largest city in Madagascar with a population of approximately 1,349,501 people as of 2026. This makes it the 376th largest city in the world, accounting for 4.22% of Madagascar's total population of 32.0M. Antananarivo is classified as a major city and operates in the Indian/Antananarivo timezone. The average annual temperature is 18.7°C with 1,169 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 1,274 meters above sea level.
Population
1,349,501
Global Rank
#376
Country Rank
#1
% of Madagascar
4.22%
Avg Temperature
18.7°C
Annual Rainfall
1,169 mm
Elevation
1,274 m
Timezone
Indian/Antananarivo
Antananarivo on the Map
Climate in Antananarivo
Antananarivo's warmest month is Nov and the coldest is Jul. The wettest month is Jan with 384 mm of rainfall.
Average Monthly Temperature
Monthly Rainfall
Madagascar at a Glance
Country Population
31,964,956
Capital
Antananarivo
Region
Eastern Africa
Major Cities
7
GDP per Capita
$545
Life Expectancy
63.8 years
Urban Population
32.4%
Growth Rate
0.02%
Other Major Cities in Madagascar
Nearest Major Cities
Closest cities to Antananarivo with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Antsirabe | 260,907 | 118 km |
| Toamasina | 345,107 | 214 km |
| Fianarantsoa | 203,105 | 286 km |
| Mahajanga | 260,556 | 378 km |
| Toliara | 178,725 | 636 km |
| Antsiranana | 136,959 | 757 km |
| Saint-Paul | 105,240 | 841 km |
| Saint-Denis | 154,765 | 856 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Antananarivo?
The population of Antananarivo, Madagascar is approximately 1,349,501 people, making it the 376th largest city in the world and the 1st largest in Madagascar.
Is Antananarivo the capital of Madagascar?
Yes, Antananarivo is the capital of Madagascar.
What is the climate like in Antananarivo?
Antananarivo has an average annual temperature of 18.7°C and receives 1,169 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Nov and the coldest is Jul.
What timezone is Antananarivo in?
Antananarivo is in the Indian/Antananarivo timezone.