The official currency in Madagascar is the Ariary, abbreviated to MGA (Malagasy Ariary).
The national language is Malagasy. French is widely spoken, particularly in urban areas and tourist establishments.
Madagascar is at GMT+3. • Johannesburg : -1h • Paris / Barcelone / Rome / Berlin : -1h in summer, -2h in winter • Londres : -2h • Moscou : 0h • New York / Montréal : -7h • Los Angeles / Vancouver : -10h • New Delhi / Mumbai : +2,5h • Beijing / Singapour : +5h • Séoul / Tokyo : +6h
April to October: dry season. Note that July and August are austral winter - nights can be chilly, especially in the capital. November to March: period of intense but short rains, with generally warmer temperatures.
