Antananarivo weather in January (Madagascar)

What weather conditions can you expect in Antananarivo this January? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

Typically, January in Antananarivo includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures are expected to be around 27°C, cooling off to about 17°C at night.

Precipitation

Antananarivo in January usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 316 mm for the month. Expect the heaviest rain of the year this month, often arriving in intense bursts. A poncho is essential for keeping dry. This month experiences about 20 days of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 211 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Antananarivo. April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January and February tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Antananarivo, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 17°C  

Max Temperature 27°C  

Chance of Rain 67%  

Precipitation 316 mm  

Rainy days 20 days  

Humidity 79%  

Sunshine 211 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Madagascar in January

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

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 this month?

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.

Swimming

8/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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