January weather forecast
Toliara, Madagascar

The weather in January in Toliara, Madagascar is characteristically warm and moderately wet, seeing as this month is part of the city’s summer season. With high humidity and moderately strong winds, the coastal city becomes a hub for both locals and tourists indulging in water sports. Notably, the rainfall count reaches its peak during this month, with rainfall recorded at 89mm (3.5") and up to 20 days of the month experiencing showers, bringing life and color to the local flora. The sea remains warm and inviting, providing ample opportunities for swimming and snorkeling. Despite the rainfall, there is still a considerable amount of sunshine, painting the city in lovely hues of gold.

Temperature

During the warmest month, January, temperatures average a high of 31.5°C (88.7°F) and a low of 25.8°C (78.4°F).

Heat index

In January, the average heat index is appraised at a fiery hot 39°C (102.2°F). Adopt additional preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential outcomes. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. The experience of temperature can be subjective, varying based on the individual's activity and heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. 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. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
Perspiration is the body's default response to elevated temperatures, as it promotes the evaporation of sweat to achieve cooling. 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. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Toliara is 69%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 20 days and accumulates 89mm (3.5") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

January is the month with the warmest seawater, with an average sea temperature of 29°C (84.2°F).
Note: For swimming, diving, and other water activities, temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are perceived as very enjoyable and pleasurable for prolonged periods without feeling uncomfortable.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Toliara is 13h and 23min.
On the first day of January in Toliara, sunrise is at 05:22 and sunset at 18:54. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 18:53 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Toliara is 11.3h.

UV index

January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Toliara. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. 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. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Attention! UV radiation is markedly stronger with water and sand reflections.