January weather forecastBois Cheri, Mauritius

January

Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another warm summer month in Bois Cheri, Mauritius, with an average temperature varying between 25.4°C (77.7°F) and 28.3°C (82.9°F).

Temperature

The transition into January notes an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.3°C (82.9°F), revealing a mild distinction from the 27.6°C (81.7°F) in December. Bois Cheri registers a small shift from peak daytime temperatures, with a consistent average low-temperature of 25.4°C (77.7°F) during January.

Heat index

The heat index value during January is evaluated at a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Adopt extra preventive measures, the occurrence of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is likely. Heatstroke may follow extended activity.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

January is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 22.2 days and accumulates 129mm (5.08") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Bois Cheri, Mauritius, is 13h and 13min.
On the first day of January in Bois Cheri, 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

The average sunshine in January in Bois Cheri is 9.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Bois Cheri are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.

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

Bois Cheri in January has an average high-temperature of 28.3°C (82.9°F) and an average low-temperature of 25.4°C (77.7°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in January is evaluated at 33°C (91.4°F).

January through March, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months in Bois Cheri, Mauritius.

In January, the average relative humidity is 78%.

The month with the most rainfall in Bois Cheri, Mauritius, is January, when the rain falls for 22.2 days and typically aggregates up to 129mm (5.08") of precipitation.

In January, in Bois Cheri, Mauritius, the rain falls for 22.2 days. Throughout January, 129mm (5.08") of precipitation is accumulated.

The average day length in January in Bois Cheri, Mauritius, is 13h and 13min.

On the first day of January in Bois Cheri, Mauritius, 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.

In January, the average sunshine duration is 9.5h.

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Bois Cheri.

In Bois Cheri, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat 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

27.6°C

28.3°C

28.5°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

17.4km/h

18.2km/h

17.4km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

7.8

4.7

3.2

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

41%

44%

Average visibility

10km

Average temperature in January
Bois Cheri, Mauritius

Average high temperature in January: 28.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (28.5°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July and August (23.3°C).

Average low temperature in January: 25.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (25.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (20.7°C).

Average pressure in January
Bois Cheri, Mauritius

Average pressure in January: 1011.4mbar

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 January
Bois Cheri, Mauritius

Average wind speed in January: 17.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (22.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (16.4km/h).

Average humidity in January
Bois Cheri, Mauritius

Average humidity in January: 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 January
Bois Cheri, Mauritius

Average rainfall in January: 129mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (129mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (12mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Bois Cheri, Mauritius

Average rainfall days in January: 22.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (23.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (12.2 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Bois Cheri, 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 30min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Bois Cheri, Mauritius

Average sunshine days in January: 4.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (11.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (3.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Bois Cheri, Mauritius

Average UV index in January: 7

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

Average cloud cover in January
Bois Cheri, Mauritius

Average cloud cover in January: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in January
Bois Cheri, 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).