January weather forecastBalisson, Mauritius

January

Weather in January

January, like December, in Balisson, Mauritius, is a moderately hot summer month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25.8°C (78.4°F) and an average high of 27.9°C (82.2°F).

Temperature

The shift into January records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 27.9°C (82.2°F), subtly varied from December's 27.4°C (81.3°F). Balisson's January nights experience a subtle temperature dip to an average of 25.8°C (78.4°F).

Heat index

In January, the average heat index is estimated at a hot 32°C (89.6°F). With prolonged exposure and constant activity, one might feel exhausted and experience heat cramps.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.

Humidity

In Balisson, the average relative humidity in January is 78%.

Rainfall

In Balisson, Mauritius, during January, the rain falls for 20 days and regularly aggregates up to 101mm (3.98") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Balisson, there are 200.8 rainfall days, and 550mm (21.65") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Balisson is 13h and 13min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:32 and sunset at 18:53. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:53 +04.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Balisson is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.

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

During January, Balisson experiences an average high-temperature of 27.9°C (82.2°F) and a low-temperature of 25.8°C (78.4°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 32°C (89.6°F).

The average relative humidity in January is 78%.

In Balisson, in January, during 20 rainfall days, 101mm (3.98") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Balisson, Mauritius, the average day length in January is 13h and 13min.

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:32 and sunset at 18:53. On the last day of the month, in Balisson, Mauritius, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:53 +04.

In January, the average sunshine duration in Balisson is 9.7h.

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

In Balisson, Mauritius, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year January F M A M J J A S O N D

Dec

January

Feb

Average high temperature

27.4°C

27.9°C

28.2°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

18.8km/h

19.5km/h

18.8km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

10.1

7.2

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

40%

44%

Average visibility

10km

Average temperature in January
Balisson, Mauritius

Average high temperature in January: 27.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (28.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (22.9°C).

Average low temperature in January: 25.8°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 January
Balisson, Mauritius

Average pressure in January: 1011.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1021.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1011.2mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Balisson, Mauritius

Average wind speed in January: 18.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (24.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (17.7km/h).

Average humidity in January
Balisson, Mauritius

Average humidity in January: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and September (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Balisson, Mauritius

Average rainfall in January: 101mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (105mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (14mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Balisson, Mauritius

Average rainfall days in January: 20 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.2 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Balisson, Mauritius

Average daylight in January: 13h and 12min

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 January: 9h and 42min

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

Average sunshine days in January
Balisson, Mauritius

Average sunshine days in January: 7.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4 days).

Average UV index in January
Balisson, Mauritius

Average UV index in January: 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 January
Balisson, Mauritius

Average cloud cover in January: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are September and October (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in January
Balisson, Mauritius

Average visibility in January: 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).