Sambava Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code

SVB

ICAO Code

FMNS

Airport Type

Medium Airport

Class

Unknown

Sambava Airport serves Sambava in northeastern Madagascar. It is a regional airport handling domestic flights and occasional regional services, with a compact passenger terminal rather than multiple terminals.

Terminal Guide for Sambava Airport #

Single, small terminal serving regional traffic. Facilities are basic - check‑in, a small departure lounge and limited retail or dining. There are no large airline lounges or extensive shopping options.

Getting to and From Sambava Airport #

Taxis and private cars are the primary connections to Sambava town; travel times are short. There is no rail service to the airport; bus services may be irregular so pre-arranged transport is recommended for early/late flights.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Sambava Airport #

Limited passenger facilities. Expect one or two kiosks or cafés, basic restrooms and simple seating; Wi‑Fi and charging points may be limited or unavailable. For special assistance, contact your carrier before travel.

Hotels and Layovers near Sambava Airport #

Accommodation is in Sambava town; several guesthouses and small hotels are available and are a short drive from the airport. Book in advance during peak season for vanilla-grower visitors and tourists.

Tips for Sambava Airport #

Seasonal/weather sensitivity: Flights to Sambava (Madagascar) can be affected by seasonal weather - check schedules closely in the cyclone season.
Local taxis: Arrange ground transport in advance where possible; local taxi services meet most flights.
Limited airport services: Small regional terminal - bring snacks and essentials for longer waits.

Weather & Climate near Sambava Airport #

Climate

Sambava Airport's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with hot summers (peaking in February) and warm winters (coldest in August). Temperatures range from 18°C to 31°C. Heavy rainfall (2354 mm/year), wettest in January.

Air Quality: AQI 29 Good

Best Time to Visit

SeptemberOctoberNovember

Temperature & Rainfall

Temperature Range

34°

Warmest Month

15°

Coldest Month

Monthly Conditions

January

January is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (326 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

61 Good

Comfort

31°

Feels Like Hot

27°C

Temperature

23° – 31°

86%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

326 mm

Rainfall

2.7 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.8

UV Index

Extreme

12.8h daylight

February

February is the hottest month, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (256 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

61 Good

Comfort

31°

Feels Like Hot

27°C

Temperature

23° – 31°

87%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

256 mm

Rainfall

2.5 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.8

UV Index

Extreme

12.5h daylight

March

March is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (279 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

61 Good

Comfort

27°

Feels Like Warm

27°C

Temperature

23° – 31°

89%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

279 mm

Rainfall

2.9 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.5

UV Index

Extreme

12.1h daylight

April

April is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Heavy rain (222 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

74 Very Good

Comfort

26°

Feels Like Warm

26°C

Temperature

22° – 30°

89%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

222 mm

Rainfall

3.2 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

2.1

UV Index

Extreme

11.7h daylight

May

May is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 21°C. Significant rainfall (180 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

76 Very Good

Comfort

25°

Feels Like Warm

25°C

Temperature

21° – 29°

87%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

180 mm

Rainfall

3.7 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.7

UV Index

Very High

11.3h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (178 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

72 Very Good

Comfort

23°

Feels Like Mild

23°C

Temperature

19° – 28°

87%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

178 mm

Rainfall

3.9 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.5

UV Index

High

11.2h daylight

July

July is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (173 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

72 Very Good

Comfort

22°

Feels Like Mild

22°C

Temperature

18° – 26°

86%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

173 mm

Rainfall

4.3 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.5

UV Index

Very High

11.2h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (188 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

72 Very Good

Comfort

22°

Feels Like Mild

22°C

Temperature

18° – 26°

85%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

188 mm

Rainfall

4.4 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.8

UV Index

Very High

11.5h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 19°C. Regular rainfall (94 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

82 Excellent

Comfort

23°

Feels Like Mild

23°C

Temperature

19° – 27°

83%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

94 mm

Rainfall

4.0 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

2.2

UV Index

Extreme

11.9h daylight

October

October is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (104 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

80 Excellent

Comfort

24°

Feels Like Mild

24°C

Temperature

20° – 28°

82%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

104 mm

Rainfall

4.0 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

2.5

UV Index

Extreme

12.3h daylight

November

November is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 21°C. Significant rainfall (132 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

78 Very Good

Comfort

25°

Feels Like Warm

25°C

Temperature

21° – 29°

81%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

132 mm

Rainfall

3.3 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

2.7

UV Index

Extreme

12.7h daylight

December

December is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 22°C. Heavy rain (222 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

26°

Feels Like Warm

26°C

Temperature

22° – 30°

82%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

222 mm

Rainfall

2.8 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.8

UV Index

Extreme

12.8h daylight

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