January weather forecastAnkalalobe, Madagascar

January

Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Ankalalobe, Madagascar, is another hot summer month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.3°C (86.5°F) and an average low of 26°C (78.8°F).

Temperature

January's advent denotes a minor fluctuation in the average high-temperature to a still tropical 30.3°C (86.5°F) from December's 31.4°C (88.5°F). A slight dip in temperature to a moderately hot 26°C (78.8°F) marks the average nights during January.

Heat index

January's mean heat index is estimated at a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Incorporate extra safety measures to avoid heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Continuous activity could provoke heatstroke.
In reference to the heat index, it's for places in shade and with a slight wind. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Children often fail to understand the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - hence, it is crucial to stay hydrated, especially during ongoing physical activities.
To offset high temperatures, the human body releases sweat which, upon evaporation, cools it down. In situations of high air temperature combined with high humidity (significant heat index), the body's ability to perspire is reduced, heightening the sense of warmth. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

January through March, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 28.3 days and typically aggregates up to 315mm (12.4") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Ankalalobe, the average length of the day in January is 13h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:24 and sunset at 18:42. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 18:43 EAT.

Sunshine

In Ankalalobe, the average sunshine in January is 9.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.

Updated: Aug 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in January, in Ankalalobe, is 30.3°C (86.5°F) and the average low-temperature is 26°C (78.8°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 38°C (100.4°F).

January through March, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months.

In Ankalalobe, the average relative humidity in January is 78%.

January is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 28.3 days and accumulates 315mm (12.4") of precipitation.

In January, the rain falls for 28.3 days. Throughout January, 315mm (12.4") of precipitation is accumulated.

In January, the average day length in Ankalalobe is 13h and 10min.

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:24 and sunset at 18:42. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 18:43 EAT.

In Ankalalobe, the average sunshine duration in January is 9.4h.

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

In Ankalalobe, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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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

31.4°C

30.3°C

30.2°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

12.6km/h

14.3km/h

12.9km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

7.5

1.5

3.5

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Ankalalobe, Madagascar

Average high temperature in January: 30.3°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are November and December (31.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (27.8°C).

Average low temperature in January: 26°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (26.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (21.5°C).

Average pressure in January
Ankalalobe, Madagascar

Average pressure in January: 1009.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1018.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1009.2mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Ankalalobe, Madagascar

Average wind speed in January: 13.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (14.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (10.9km/h).

Average humidity in January
Ankalalobe, Madagascar

Average humidity in January: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (64%).

Average rainfall in January
Ankalalobe, Madagascar

Average rainfall in January: 315mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (315mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (4mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Ankalalobe, Madagascar

Average rainfall days in January: 28.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (28.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (3.7 days).

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

Average daylight in January: 13h and 12min

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

Average sunshine in January: 9h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Ankalalobe, Madagascar

Average sunshine days in January: 1.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (26.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (1.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Ankalalobe, Madagascar

Average UV index in January: 7

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

Average cloud cover in January
Ankalalobe, Madagascar

Average cloud cover in January: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in January
Ankalalobe, Madagascar

Average visibility in January: 9km

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