January is a hot and dry time for sunbathing in Madagascar. January is an excellent month for swimming in Madagascar with very warm sea temperatures. Consider visiting Madagascar in the months of March, April, October, November, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for January.
The average maximum temperature in Madagascar in January is 27°. The average maximum temperature is 28° in the previous month and 27° in the next month.
The average temperature in Madagascar in January is 25°. The average temperature ranges is 24° in the previous month and 24° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Madagascar in January is 22°. The minimum temperature is 21° in the previous month and 22° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Madagascar in January are 13 and there are 7.5 hours of sunshine per day on average during January making it a quite sunny month with some cloud cover.
The ultraviolet index in Madagascar in January is typically 15.5 during January. An ultraviolet index reading above 11 indicates an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 10 minutes. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Madagascar in January is 28.1° which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.
The average total rainfall in Madagascar in January is 6.6cm and on average there are 9.3 rainy days in January making it a dry time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Madagascar in January is 22° which is very humid and quite uncomfortable for most unless you are on a beach. At night you would most likely require a fan. The dew point is 22° in the previous month and 22° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Madagascar in January is typically 79.9%. The maximum relative humidity is 78.9% in the previous month and 80.9% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Madagascar in January is typically 68.1%. The average relative humidity is 64.6% in the previous month and 70.1% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Madagascar in January is typically 20kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 20kmh in the previous month and 17kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Madagascar in January is typically 11kmh. The average wind speed is 10kmh in the previous month and 10kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Madagascar in January is from the West.
