January weather forecast
Amparafaravola, Madagascar

January

Weather in January

Ranking as one of the year’s rainiest months, January in Amparafaravola offers a steady 202mm (7.95") rainfall distributed over roughly 26.7 days. The weather conditions create a lush tropical environment, making it a perfect habitat for the area's unique flora and fauna. The daily tropical temperatures, paired with a generous dose of rain, make this an ideal time for biodiversity exploration. In comparison to the forecast of February, January weather might feel a delicate bit cooler and wetter. As the first month of the year, it unmistakably sets the tone for the weather to anticipate in the following months.

Temperature

Peak temperatures are observed in January and February, averaging a high-temperature of 28.3°C (82.9°F).

Heat index

Throughout January, the heat index is evaluated at a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Additional precautions are required to avert heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity may culminate in heatstroke.
When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 79%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 26.7 days and accumulates 202mm (7.95") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Amparafaravola, the average length of the day in January is 13h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:15 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 18:27 EAT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 9.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the warmest month in Amparafaravola?
Amparafaravola's temperature peaks during January and February, with an average high-temperature of 28.3°C (82.9°F).
How hot is it in January?
The average high-temperature, in January, in Amparafaravola, is 28.3°C (82.9°F), while the average low-temperature is 24.8°C (76.6°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in January is evaluated at 33°C (91.4°F).
What is the average humidity in January in Amparafaravola?
The average relative humidity in January is 79%.
What is the rainiest month in Amparafaravola?
The month with the most rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 26.7 days and typically aggregates up to 202mm (7.95") of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in January?
In Amparafaravola, in January, during 26.7 rainfall days, 202mm (7.95") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Amparafaravola have in January?
The average day length in January is 13h and 2min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in January?
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:15 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 18:27 EAT.
How many hours of sunshine does Amparafaravola have in January?
In January, the average sunshine duration is 9.9h.
What is the month with the highest UV index in Amparafaravola?
The months with the highest UV index in Amparafaravola are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
How high is the UV index in January in Amparafaravola?
In January, the average daily maximum UV index 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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Average temperature in January
Amparafaravola, Madagascar
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.3°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January and February (28.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (22.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 24.8°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and February (24.8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are July and August (19.8°C).

Average pressure in January
Amparafaravola, Madagascar
  • Average pressure in January: 1011.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1021.4mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and February (1011.3mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Amparafaravola, Madagascar
  • Average wind speed in January: 14.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (17km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (13.2km/h).

Average humidity in January
Amparafaravola, Madagascar
  • Average humidity in January: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and April (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is December (78%).

Average rainfall in January
Amparafaravola, Madagascar
  • Average rainfall in January: 202mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (202mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (42mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Amparafaravola, Madagascar
  • Average rainfall days in January: 26.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (26.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are September and October (16.4 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Amparafaravola, Madagascar
  • Average daylight in January: 13h and 0min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Amparafaravola, Madagascar
  • Average sunshine days in January: 2.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (10.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (2.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Amparafaravola, Madagascar
  • Average UV index in January: 7

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

Average cloud cover in January
Amparafaravola, Madagascar
  • Average cloud cover in January: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in January
Amparafaravola, Madagascar
  • Average visibility in January: 10km

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

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