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What to pack for Madagascar in January
Typical January, built from ten years of weather
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Typical for your dates
Highs 79°F, lows 63°F, rain 23 of 31 days
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Sunset lands around 6:30pm. Wind averages 10 mph. There is paperwork on this one, so start with Before you go.
Packing for
Essentials
13 items · 0 packed
Rain shell (hardshell jacket)
23 rain days a month finds every seam. A real shell, not a windbreaker.
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Sunscreen SPF 50
Polarized sunglasses
DEET or picaridin repellent
Travel first aid kit
Filter water bottle
Tap water isn't safe here. A filter bottle beats buying plastic twice a day.
Plug adapter for C, E, G, J or K
This country runs on Type C, E, G, J or K. Get one with USB-C so you're not fighting over the single outlet.
Power bank 10k–20k mAh
Before you go
6 to sort
Recommended
14 items
Moisture-wicking t-shirts
Sun hoodie (UPF long sleeve)
Swimwear
Wide-brim sun hat
Permethrin-treated clothing spray
Oral rehydration salts