January weather forecastAmbatoria, Madagascar

January

Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a moderately hot summer month in Ambatoria, Madagascar, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.4°C (84.9°F) and 24.4°C (75.9°F).

Temperature

The shift into January records an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 29.4°C (84.9°F), subtly varied from December's 31°C (87.8°F). The nights of January cool down to an average low of 24.4°C (75.9°F), subtly lower than daytime highs.

Heat index

The heat index in January is appraised at a torrid 36°C (96.8°F). Implement more preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke might result from extended activity.
Heat index's context suggests values are appropriate for shady areas and slight breezes. Being under direct sunlight might amplify the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is a fusion of air temperature and moisture levels to demonstrate the sensation of heat. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Young ones regularly neglect the requirement for rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late stage of dehydration - so, it is necessary to keep hydrated, particularly during extended periods of physical exertion.
When the body gets too warm, it perspires, leading to sweat evaporation which cools it down. During high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the process of perspiration is hindered, intensifying the sensation of heat. Potential thermal conditions emerge as the body's heat gain outpaces its cooling mechanisms.

Humidity

In Ambatoria, the average relative humidity in January is 81%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 29.6 days and accumulates 399mm (15.71") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 12h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:19 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 18:21 EAT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 9.2h.

UV index

January through April, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 7 during January leads to these advisories:
Adhere to precautions and respect sun safety doctrines. Avoiding sunburn is vital. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.

Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 29.4°C (84.9°F) and a low-temperature of 24.4°C (75.9°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 36°C (96.8°F).

In January, the average relative humidity is 81%.

The month with the most rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 29.6 days and typically aggregates up to 399mm (15.71") of precipitation.

In Ambatoria, in January, during 29.6 rainfall days, 399mm (15.71") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Ambatoria, the average day length in January is 12h and 53min.

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:19 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 18:21 EAT.

The average sunshine duration in January is 9.2h.

January through April, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year January F M A M J J A S O N D

Dec

January

Feb

Average high temperature

31°C

29.4°C

29.7°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

9.7km/h

10.5km/h

9.4km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

1.5

0.9

0.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Ambatoria, Madagascar

Average high temperature in January: 29.4°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are October and November (31.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (29.3°C).

Average low temperature in January: 24.4°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are November and December (24.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (20.3°C).

Average pressure in January
Ambatoria, Madagascar

Average pressure in January: 1011mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are July and August (1017.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.8mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Ambatoria, Madagascar

Average wind speed in January: 9.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (13.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (8.1km/h).

Average humidity in January
Ambatoria, Madagascar

Average humidity in January: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (63%).

Average rainfall in January
Ambatoria, Madagascar

Average rainfall in January: 399mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (399mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (3mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Ambatoria, Madagascar

Average rainfall days in January: 29.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (29.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (3.8 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Ambatoria, Madagascar

Average daylight in January: 12h and 54min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

Average sunshine in January: 9h and 12min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Ambatoria, Madagascar

Average sunshine days in January: 0.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (26.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (0.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Ambatoria, Madagascar

Average UV index in January: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in January
Ambatoria, Madagascar

Average cloud cover in January: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in January
Ambatoria, Madagascar

Average visibility in January: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (9km).