February weather forecastHighlands, Mauritius
February
Weather in February
The last month of the summer, February, is another warm month in Highlands, Mauritius, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.6°C (78.1°F) and 28.5°C (83.3°F).Temperature
Temperature readings reach their annual highs in February, averaging 28.5°C (83.3°F) and a minimum average of 25.6°C (78.1°F).Heat index
February's mean heat index is computed to be a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Heightened safety actions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may lead to heatstroke.Know that the heat index computations account for shaded terrains and slight winds. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. The effect of weather is individual, with a variety of people experiencing it differently due to distinctions in body mass, height, and level of activity. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
Humidity
The months with the highest humidity in Highlands, Mauritius, are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 78%.Rainfall
In February, in Highlands, the rain falls for 23.1 days. Throughout February, 121mm (4.76") of precipitation is accumulated. In Highlands, during the entire year, the rain falls for 207.3 days and collects up to 645mm (25.39") of precipitation.Daylight
In Highlands, Mauritius, the average length of the day in February is 12h and 46min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:53. On the last day of February, in Highlands, Mauritius, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:37 +04.
Sunshine
In February, the average sunshine is 8.5h.UV index
January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Highlands. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in February, converts into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Highlands, Mauritius
- Average high temperature in February: 28.5°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 February: 25.6°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 February
Highlands, 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
Highlands, Mauritius
- Average wind speed in February: 16.9km/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 February
Highlands, 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
Highlands, Mauritius
- Average rainfall in February: 121mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (129mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (12mm).
Average rainfall days in February
Highlands, Mauritius
- Average rainfall days in February: 23.1 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 February /
Average sunshine in February
Highlands, 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 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 February
Highlands, Mauritius
- Average sunshine days in February: 3.2 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 February
Highlands, Mauritius
- Average UV index in February: 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 February
Highlands, Mauritius
- Average cloud cover in February: 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 February
Highlands, 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).
