January weather forecastSoalala, Madagascar

January

Weather in January

January, like December, is another tropical summer month in Soalala, Madagascar, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.5°C (86.9°F) and 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Temperature

January brings a marginal elevation to a still tropical 30.5°C (86.9°F) from December's 32.6°C (90.7°F) in Soalala's average high-temperatures. Soalala experiences a steady low-temperature of 25.3°C (77.5°F) throughout January.

Heat index

In January, the average heat index is calculated to be a torrid 39°C (102.2°F). Take more caution, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may occur. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. In the presence of direct sunshine, the heat index could be augmented by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
Evaporation of sweat is the main factor behind the cooling effect of perspiration in the human body. 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. Heat-related disorders may develop if heat gain in the body overshadows its cooling capacity, leading to elevated temperatures.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

January is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 29.3 days and accumulates 376mm (14.8") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Soalala, the average length of the day in January is 12h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:29 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 18:36 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 9.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.

Updated: Jul 7, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Soalala in January has an average high-temperature of 30.5°C (86.9°F) and an average low-temperature of 25.3°C (77.5°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in January is calculated to be 39°C (102.2°F).

The average relative humidity in January is 79%.

The month with the most rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 29.3 days and typically aggregates up to 376mm (14.8") of precipitation.

In Soalala, during January, the rain falls for 29.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 376mm (14.8") of precipitation.

In Soalala, the average day length in January is 12h and 58min.

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:29 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 18:36 EAT.

In January, the average sunshine duration is 9.2h.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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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

32.6°C

30.5°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

10.9km/h

11.7km/h

10.7km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

5.1

1.1

2.9

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Soalala, Madagascar

Average high temperature in January: 30.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is November (33.2°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (29.8°C).

Average low temperature in January: 25.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (25.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (20°C).

Average pressure in January
Soalala, Madagascar

Average pressure in January: 1009.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1018mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1009.5mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Soalala, Madagascar

Average wind speed in January: 10.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (12.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (9km/h).

Average humidity in January
Soalala, Madagascar

Average humidity in January: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (60%).

Average rainfall in January
Soalala, Madagascar

Average rainfall in January: 376mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (376mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (4mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Soalala, Madagascar

Average rainfall days in January: 29.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (29.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (4.4 days).

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

Average daylight in January: 13h and 0min

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

Average sunshine in January: 9h and 12min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Soalala, Madagascar

Average sunshine days in January: 1.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (25.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (1.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Soalala, Madagascar

Average UV index in January: 7

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

Average cloud cover in January
Soalala, Madagascar

Average cloud cover in January: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in January
Soalala, 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).