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Ampasimena weather in January (Madagascar)

Looking to travel to Ampasimena in January? This guide provides all the details you need.

In January, Ampasimena generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 29°C, while nights can cool down to about 26°C. Bear in mind, these are average temperatures, and it can get even warmer on particular days. Make sure to choose clothing that accommodates the warmth.

Ampasimena in January falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 403 mm for the month. This month marks the year's heaviest rainfall, with frequent intense rainshowers. It's advisable to be prepared with appropriate rain gear to stay dry. Typically around 24 days of rainfall is expected.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 187 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Ampasimena. May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Ampasimena climate page with graphs.

 

Ampasimena, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 79%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 403 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 24 days  
HumidityHumidity 85% *  
WindspeedWindspeed *  
SunshineSunshine 187 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 53% *  
* Data from: Hall Ville, Madagascar (16 KM, 10 Miles).

Where to go in Madagascar in January

Find out more about the weather in Madagascar in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Ampasimena in January?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in January.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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