January weather forecastMahambo, Madagascar

January

Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a moderately hot summer month in Mahambo, Madagascar, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.8°C (76.6°F) and 28.3°C (82.9°F).

Temperature

January and February bring Mahambo's highest average temperatures, reaching a high of 28.3°C (82.9°F).

Heat index

In January, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Use additional protective measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible outcomes. Continuous activity might lead to heatstroke.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Always consider that direct sunlight exposure might heighten the heat's effects, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young ones often underestimate the need for rest and rehydration. Thirst appears late in dehydration - hence, it is important to keep hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.

Humidity

In Mahambo, 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 January, the average length of the day is 13h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:10 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of January, in Mahambo, sunrise is at 05:28 and sunset at 18:22 EAT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Mahambo is 9.9h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in January interprets into the following advice:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.

Updated: Feb 3, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Mahambo experiences its warmest period in January and February, averaging a high-temperature of 28.3°C (82.9°F).

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 28.3°C (82.9°F) and 24.8°C (76.6°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in January is computed to be 33°C (91.4°F).

In Mahambo, Madagascar, the average relative humidity in January is 79%.

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

In Mahambo, Madagascar, in January, it is raining for 26.7 days, with typically 202mm (7.95") of accumulated precipitation.

In Mahambo, the average day length in January is 13h and 2min.

On the first day of January in Mahambo, Madagascar, sunrise is at 05:10 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:28 and sunset at 18:22 EAT.

In Mahambo, the average sunshine duration in January is 9.9h.

The months with the highest UV index in Mahambo, Madagascar, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Mahambo, Madagascar, is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from 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

27.9°C

28.3°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

14.5km/h

15.4km/h

15.5km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

6.4

2.5

2.7

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Mahambo, 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
Mahambo, 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
Mahambo, 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
Mahambo, 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
Mahambo, 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
Mahambo, 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
Mahambo, 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 54min

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
Mahambo, 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
Mahambo, 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
Mahambo, 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
Mahambo, 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).