January · Madagascar
Best time to visit Antananarivo in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Antananarivo in January
Average temperature 19°C, 542 mm of rain, about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 87% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
4.8/10
Ranked #10 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 19°C
- Rainfall
- 542 mm
- Humidity
- 87%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 23
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
January in Antananarivo scores 4.8/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #10 of 12. Expect around 19°C, 542 mm of rain, and roughly 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Highland markets and colonial hillsides feel most pleasant in the cooler dry month of July.
January in Antananarivo — off-season conditions
At 19°C (67°F) this is comfortable city weather in January, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.
This is the year's wettest stretch at 542 mm, but with about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine it is not a total loss; an indoor fallback covers the risk.
That is 4.8/10 on the same scale — 10th of 12 months, versus 9/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, September is materially better in Antananarivo — 4.2 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Antananarivo in January?
- In January, Antananarivo averages 19°C, 542 mm of rain, and about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.8/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Antananarivo?
- January earns a 4.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Antananarivo in January?
- Expect about 542 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 87% and there are about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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