Contents
- Weather in January
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in January
- Average pressure in January
- Average wind speed in January
- Average humidity in January
- Average rainfall in January
- Average rainfall days in January
- Average daylight in January
- Average sunshine in January
- Average sunshine days in January
- Average UV index in January
- Average cloud cover in January
- Average visibility in January
Weather in January
Temperature
In January, the average high-temperature in Forest Side registers at a still warm 28.3°C (82.9°F), nearly identical to December's 27.6°C (81.7°F). An average temperature of 25.4°C (77.7°F) is logged during the nights of January, a small step down from daytime highs.Heat index
During January, the heat index 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.Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is an amalgamation of air temperature and humidity to express the equivalent perceived temperature. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 78%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall in Forest Side is January, when the rain falls for 22.2 days and typically aggregates up to 129mm (5.08") of precipitation.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 13h and 12min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:32 and sunset at 18:53. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:53 +04.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in January in Forest Side is 9.5h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Forest Side, Mauritius, are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The daily high UV index of 7 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in January
Forest Side, 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
Forest Side, 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
Forest Side, 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
Forest Side, 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
Forest Side, 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
Forest Side, 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
Forest Side, 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 3min
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
Forest Side, 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
Forest Side, 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
Forest Side, 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
Forest Side, 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).
Forest Side, Mauritius
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