February weather forecastAlma, Mauritius

February

Weather in February

February, the last month of the summer in Alma, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26°C (78.8°F) and an average high of 28.6°C (83.5°F).

Temperature

Alma notes the warmest temperatures in February, with a high average of 28.6°C (83.5°F) and a low of 26°C (78.8°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in February is appraised at a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Greater safety measures are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Continuous activity might trigger heatstroke.
The metrics for the heat index are tailored for both shady environments and light winds. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.

Humidity

January through March, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Alma, Mauritius, in February, it is raining for 19.7 days, with typically 92mm (3.62") of accumulated precipitation. In Alma, during the entire year, the rain falls for 177.1 days and collects up to 480mm (18.9") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 12h and 46min.
On the first day of February in Alma, Mauritius, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:53. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:37 +04.

Sunshine

In Alma, the average sunshine in February is 8.6h.

UV index

January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Alma. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
Adhere to precautions and respect sun safety doctrines. Avoiding sunburn is vital. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.

Updated: Feb 7, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

During the warmest month in Alma, February, temperatures average a high of 28.6°C (83.5°F) and a low of 26°C (78.8°F).

Alma in February has an average high-temperature of 28.6°C (83.5°F) and an average low-temperature of 26°C (78.8°F). In February, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 33°C (91.4°F).

The months with the highest humidity in Alma, Mauritius, are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

In February, the average relative humidity in Alma, Mauritius, is 78%.

In Alma, Mauritius, in February, it is raining for 19.7 days, with typically 92mm (3.62") of accumulated precipitation.

In February, the average day length in Alma is 12h and 46min.

On the first day of February in Alma, Mauritius, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:53. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:37 +04.

In Alma, Mauritius, the average sunshine duration in February is 8.6h.

The months with the highest UV index in Alma, Mauritius, are January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year J February M A M J J A S O N D

Jan

February

Mar

Average high temperature

28.3°C

28.6°C

28.3°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

18.8km/h

18km/h

19.5km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

8.9

5.2

7.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in February
Alma, Mauritius

Average high temperature in February: 28.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (28.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (23.5°C).

Average low temperature in February: 26°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (26°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (21.3°C).

Average pressure in February
Alma, Mauritius

Average pressure in February: 1011.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1021mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1011.1mbar).

Average wind speed in February
Alma, Mauritius

Average wind speed in February: 17.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (23.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (17.1km/h).

Average humidity in February
Alma, Mauritius

Average humidity in February: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (73%).

Average rainfall in February
Alma, Mauritius

Average rainfall in February: 92mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (97mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (8mm).

Average rainfall days in February
Alma, Mauritius

Average rainfall days in February: 19.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are October and November (9.5 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Alma, Mauritius

Average daylight in February: 12h and 48min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

Average sunshine in February: 8h and 36min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in February
Alma, Mauritius

Average sunshine days in February: 5.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.2 days).

Average UV index in February
Alma, Mauritius

Average UV index in February: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in February
Alma, Mauritius

Average cloud cover in February: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are January and March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in February
Alma, Mauritius

Average visibility in February: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).