Madagascar

Madagascar Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Madagascar in January.

Planning a trip to Madagascar this January? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Madagascar in January

January in Madagascar generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between warm in Antsirabe at 25°C (77°F) to very warm in Ankilibe at 33°C (91°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 25°C (77°F) in Ankilibe and 15°C (59°F) in Antsirabe.

To explore the conditions in Madagascar in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Faux Cap with an average of 99 mm (3.9 in) to heavy rainfall in Nosy Komba with 449 mm (18 in). Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month sees the heaviest rainfall of the year in Antananarivo.

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in January. Antananarivo typically receives 211 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Madagascar by month

Best Places to Visit in Madagascar in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Madagascar.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Madagascar

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Madagascar?

Temperature range in Madagascar (January)

Precipitation variation in Madagascar (January)

Antananarivo

In January Antananarivo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
211 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
207 mm (8.1 in)
316 mm (12 in)
302 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
20 days
20 days
Weather conditions

Ambatoloaka

In January Ambatoloaka generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
220 hours
187 hours
171 hours
Monthly rainfall
240 mm (9.4 in)
425 mm (17 in)
412 mm (16 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
24 days
21 days
Weather conditions

Sainte Marie

In January Sainte Marie generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
173 mm (6.8 in)
289 mm (11 in)
377 mm (15 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
20 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Ambondrona

In January Ambondrona generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
220 hours
187 hours
171 hours
Monthly rainfall
234 mm (9.2 in)
420 mm (17 in)
407 mm (16 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
24 days
21 days
Weather conditions

Ambaro

In January Ambaro generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
220 hours
187 hours
171 hours
Monthly rainfall
220 mm (8.7 in)
406 mm (16 in)
395 mm (16 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
24 days
21 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Madagascar in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Antananarivo 27°C (81°F) 17°C (63°F) 316 mm (12 in)
Nosy Be 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 412 mm (16 in)
Sainte Marie 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 289 mm (11 in)
Toamasina 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 325 mm (13 in)
Ambatoloaka 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 425 mm (17 in)
Mahajanga 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 440 mm (17 in)

Madagascar weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Madagascar in January?

Expect poor weather across Madagascar in January. The popular destination of Antananarivo averages 27°C (81°F) by day and 17°C (63°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Madagascar in January?

Daytime temperatures in Antananarivo peak at roughly 27°C (81°F) in January, dropping to about 17°C (63°F) overnight.

Does Madagascar get a lot of rain in January?

Yes. January brings heavy rainfall to Madagascar, with Antananarivo averaging around 316 mm (12 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Madagascar?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Antananarivo, January may not be the ideal time to visit Madagascar.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November offering mostly perfect weather in Antananarivo. On the other hand, the months of January and February tend to have poor weather conditions.

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