January weather forecast
Antseza, Madagascar

January, like December, in Antseza, Madagascar, is a moderately hot summer month, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.2°C (77.4°F) and max 29.9°C (85.8°F).

Temperature

January begins with an average high-temperature of a warm 29.9°C (85.8°F), reflecting close similarity to the preceding month. Antseza's average temperature throughout the nights in January exhibits a minor decrease from daytime highs, stabilizing at a still moderately hot 25.2°C (77.4°F).

Heat index

For most parts of January, the heat index is evaluated at a torrid 37°C (98.6°F). Take more preventive steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is elevated. Long activity may culminate in heatstroke.
For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat. Exceeding the body's heat disposal threshold results in a rise in body temperature and potential thermal disorders.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

January is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 27.6 days and accumulates 254mm (10") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Antseza, the average length of the day in January is 12h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:27 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 18:34 EAT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine 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 reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 7 in January transforms into this advice:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.