February weather forecast
Highlands, 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.

Frequently asked questions

What is the hottest time of year in Highlands?
Highlands experiences its average highest temperatures in February, reaching a peak of 28.5°C (83.3°F) and a minimum of 25.6°C (78.1°F).
How hot is February in Highlands?
Highlands in February has an average high-temperature of 28.5°C (83.3°F) and an average low-temperature of 25.6°C (78.1°F). In February, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 33°C (91.4°F).
What are the most humid months in Highlands?
The months with the highest humidity in Highlands, Mauritius, are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 78%.
What is the average humidity in February in Highlands?
In Highlands, the average relative humidity in February is 78%.
How much does it rain in Highlands in February?
In Highlands, Mauritius, in February, during 23.1 rainfall days, 121mm (4.76") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in February in Highlands?
The average day length in February is 12h and 46min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in February in Highlands?
On the first day of February in Highlands, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:53. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:37 +04.
How long on average sun shines in February in Highlands?
The average sunshine duration in February in Highlands, Mauritius, is 8.5h.
When is the highest UV index in Highlands?
January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Highlands, Mauritius.
What is the UV index reading in February in Highlands?
In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February - Highlands, Mauritius
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
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
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
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
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
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 /
Average sunshine in February
Highlands, Mauritius
  • Average daylight in February: 12h and 5min

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 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 February - Highlands, Mauritius
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
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
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
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).

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