January weather forecast
Mauritius

In Mauritius, January is marked as one of the warmest months of the year with average high temperatures reaching up to 29.2°C (84.6°F). As part of the Southern Hemisphere, Mauritius experiences its summer season from November to April, thus January is comfortably situated in the heart of summer.

As for precipitation, January is a part of the wet peak period that spans from January to March. During this time, the island country receives approximately two-thirds of its annual rainfall. January's rainfall contributes significantly to the average annual precipitation of 2032mm (80"), with many regions receiving heavy rainfall, ranging from 203mm (7.99") to 254mm (10"). Despite the increased rainfall, the island still enjoys substantial sunshine hours, balancing out the wet conditions with periods of clear skies.

In comparison to the previous month, December, temperatures in January are slightly higher, contributing to the peak summer heat. Following January, February continues this trend with similar temperature averages and precipitation levels.

As for notable cities, Port Louis, the capital of Mauritius situated on the leeward side, experiences a tropical climate with less rainfall in January compared to regions on the windward side. On the contrary, places located at higher altitudes, such as Plaine Champagne in the south at 700 meters above sea level, experience subtropical climate conditions with rain prevalent throughout the year, including in January.

January in Mauritius is also characterized by relatively high humidity levels, with February being the most humid month of the year. Wind conditions in January feature strong trade winds blowing from the southeast, with average wind speeds ranging from 20.9km/h (13mph) to 29km/h (18mph). Despite the rainy conditions, the seawater remains warm with average temperatures between 22.2°C (72°F) and 27.2°C (81°F), proving to be comfortable for swimming.

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• Port Louis - January »
  In Port Louis in January, during 18.9 rainfall days, 97mm (3.82") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Port Louis, a slight decrease from the daytime peak is noted during the month of January, with an average low-temperature of 25.6°C (78.1°F).
• Curepipe - January »
  The month with the most rainfall in Curepipe is January, when the rain falls for 22.2 days and typically aggregates up to 129mm (5.08") of precipitation. The months with the highest humidity in Curepipe are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 78%.
• Quatre Bornes - January »
  The months with the highest humidity in Quatre Bornes are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 78%. January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Quatre Bornes.
• Mahebourg - January »
  In Mahebourg, Mauritius, in January, it is raining for 20 days, with typically 101mm (3.98") of accumulated precipitation. On the last day of January, in Mahebourg, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:53 +04.
• Saint Pierre - January »
  January through March, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months in Saint Pierre, Mauritius. In Saint Pierre during January, the rain falls for 18.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 97mm (3.82") of precipitation.
• Le Hochet - January »
  The months with the highest humidity in Le Hochet are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 78%. January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Le Hochet, Mauritius.
• Goodlands - January »
  The month with the most rainfall in Goodlands is January, when the rain falls for 18.9 days and typically aggregates up to 97mm (3.82") of precipitation. The months with the highest humidity in Goodlands are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 78%.
• Triolet - January »
  January through March, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months in Triolet, Mauritius. Notable characteristics in January's weather profile for Triolet, Mauritius, feature a relatively high humidity and significant rainfall.
• Souillac - January »
  On the first day of January in Souillac, sunrise is at 05:32 and sunset at 18:53. In Souillac, in January, the average water temperature is 27.5°C (81.5°F).
• Tamarin - January »
  The months with the highest humidity in Tamarin are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 78%. January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Tamarin.
• Plaine Magnien - January »
  On the last day of January, in Plaine Magnien sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:53 +04. Beginning the year in Plaine Magnien, Mauritius, January offers a warm and scenic tropical setting complemented by an ample amount of rainfall.