January weather forecastManakompy, Madagascar

January

Weather in January

January, like December, is another hot summer month in Manakompy, Madagascar, with an average temperature varying between 23.8°C (74.8°F) and 30.6°C (87.1°F).

Temperature

The onset of January brings an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.6°C (87.1°F), nearly matching the December temperature. An average nighttime temperature of 23.8°C (74.8°F) is observed during January.

Heat index

Throughout January, the heat index is calculated to be a fiery hot 37°C (98.6°F). Special measures are necessary to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity could result in heatstroke.
Keep in mind the heat index values are meant for areas in shade and with light wind. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. 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 highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not comprehend the need for rest and hydration. Thirst is an advanced stage of dehydration - staying hydrated, especially during extended physical exercises, is essential.
To cool down, the human body relies on perspiration, a process where excessive heat is eliminated as sweat evaporates. When the relative humidity is high, the evaporation rate is reduced. The warmth is removed from the body at a lower rate, causing the body to retain more heat than it would in dry air. Heat-related complications, like dehydration, can manifest if the body's heat gain exceeds its dissipation capacity.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 72%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.7 days and accumulates 61mm (2.4") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Manakompy is 13h and 26min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:13 and sunset at 18:50. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:35 and sunset at 18:48 EAT.

Sunshine

In Manakompy, the average sunshine in January is 10.6h.

UV index

January through March 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 hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during January, leads to the following recommendations:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.

Updated: Jun 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

During January, Manakompy experiences an average high-temperature of 30.6°C (87.1°F) and a low-temperature of 23.8°C (74.8°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 37°C (98.6°F).

The average relative humidity in January is 72%.

The month with the most rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 13.7 days and typically aggregates up to 61mm (2.4") of precipitation.

In Manakompy, during January, the rain falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 61mm (2.4") of precipitation.

The average day length in January is 13h and 26min.

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:13 and sunset at 18:50. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:35 and sunset at 18:48 EAT.

The average sunshine duration in January is 10.6h.

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

In Manakompy, Madagascar, the average daily maximum UV index in January 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

30.7°C

30.6°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

19.4km/h

20.7km/h

21km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

14.6

14.3

14.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Manakompy, Madagascar

Average high temperature in January: 30.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is December (30.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (23.9°C).

Average low temperature in January: 23.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (23.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (17.3°C).

Average pressure in January
Manakompy, Madagascar

Average pressure in January: 1011mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1022.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Manakompy, Madagascar

Average wind speed in January: 19.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (19.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (15.8km/h).

Average humidity in January
Manakompy, Madagascar

Average humidity in January: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (66%).

Average rainfall in January
Manakompy, Madagascar

Average rainfall in January: 61mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (61mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and September (8mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Manakompy, Madagascar

Average rainfall days in January: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (13.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (5.5 days).

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

Average daylight in January: 13h and 24min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 42min).

Average sunshine in January: 10h and 36min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Manakompy, Madagascar

Average sunshine days in January: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (23.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (14.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Manakompy, Madagascar

Average UV index in January: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in January
Manakompy, Madagascar

Average cloud cover in January: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 32).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in January
Manakompy, 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).