January Weather in Mahajanga

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Mahajanga, Madagascar, during January is characterized by an average temperature of 27°C (81°F). Highs can soar to 32°C (90°F), while lows may dip to 24°C (76°F). Typically, the humidity level in Mahajanga throughout January hovers around 85%.

24°C (76°F)

Minimum temperature

27°C (81°F)

Average temperature

32°C (90°F)

Maximum temperature

85%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In January, Mahajanga averages 394 mm (15.5 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 24 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 55 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 8 hours 24 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 33% probability of sunny days during this period.

394 mm (15.5 inches)

Precipitation

24 rainy days

Rainy days

8 hours 24 minutes

Sunshine hours

33%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In January, the UV Index in Mahajanga reaches a maximum of 16, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 2 4 8 12 15 16 15 11 7 4 1 1 0
Exposure Low Moderate VeryHigh Extreme High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 15 min 10 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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