January weather forecast
Fond du Sac, Mauritius

January

Weather in January

January in Fond du Sac, Mauritius marks the beginning of the year with warm temperatures balancing at 28.3°C (82.9°F) and 25.6°C (78.1°F) for high and low respectively. The character of this month is marked by a gentle transition from the previous month weather patterns. Widespread clouds and relatively high humidity are common features of this time of year, gesturing to the tropical climate. Constant seaside winds relieve the area from the high temperatures, making the weather comfortable. The month ends leading well into February, maintaining similar weather characteristics.

Temperature

Fond du Sac, Mauritius, marks the arrival of January with an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.3°C (82.9°F), hardly different from December's 27.6°C (81.7°F). In Fond du Sac, the nightly January temperatures experience a slight descent from daily highs to an average low of 25.6°C (78.1°F).

Heat index

January's average heat index is calculated to be a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Implement heightened safety measures - risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is increased. Prolonged activity may result in heatstroke.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. 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 'real feel', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Kids often lack the knowledge about the necessity to take breaks and consume liquids. Thirst, as a late symptom of dehydration, necessitates the maintenance of hydration, particularly during enduring physical activities.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 18.9 days and typically aggregates up to 97mm (3.82") of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 13h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 18:52. On the last day of January, in Fond du Sac, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:53 +04.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 9.6h.

UV index

January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Fond du Sac, Mauritius. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 7 in January leads to these guidelines:
Persist in precautions and follow sun safety policies. Keeping sunburn at bay is imperative. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.

Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Fond du Sac during January?
January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 28.3°C (82.9°F) and a low-temperature of 25.6°C (78.1°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in January is calculated to be 33°C (91.4°F).
What is the most humid month in Fond du Sac?
January through March, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months.
What is the average humidity in January in Fond du Sac?
In Fond du Sac, Mauritius, the average relative humidity in January is 78%.
What is the wettest month in Fond du Sac?
January is the month with the most rainfall in Fond du Sac, Mauritius. Rain falls for 18.9 days and accumulates 97mm (3.82") of precipitation.
How much does it rain in Fond du Sac in January?
In Fond du Sac, in January, it is raining for 18.9 days, with typically 97mm (3.82") of accumulated precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Fond du Sac have in January?
The average day length in January in Fond du Sac, Mauritius, is 13h and 11min.
When are sunrise and sunset in January in Fond du Sac?
On the first day of January in Fond du Sac, Mauritius, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 18:52. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:53 +04.
How many hours of sunshine does Fond du Sac have in January?
The average sunshine duration in January in Fond du Sac is 9.6h.
What is the month with the highest UV index in Fond du Sac?
January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Fond du Sac.
How high is the UV index in January in Fond du Sac?
The average daily maximum UV index in January in Fond du Sac, Mauritius, is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Fond du Sac, Mauritius
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.3°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 January: 25.6°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
Fond du Sac, 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
Fond du Sac, Mauritius
  • Average wind speed in January: 18.2km/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 January
Fond du Sac, 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
Fond du Sac, Mauritius
  • Average rainfall in January: 97mm

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

Average rainfall days in January
Fond du Sac, Mauritius
  • Average rainfall days in January: 18.9 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 January /
Average sunshine in January
Fond du Sac, Mauritius
  • Average daylight in January: 13h and 1min

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 4min

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 January
Fond du Sac, Mauritius
  • Average sunshine days in January: 8.9 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 January
Fond du Sac, 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
Fond du Sac, Mauritius
  • Average cloud cover in January: 44

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 January
Fond du Sac, 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).

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