January weather forecastMidlands, Mauritius

January

Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a moderately hot summer month in Midlands, Mauritius, with an average temperature varying between 28.3°C (82.9°F) and 25.4°C (77.7°F).

Temperature

The advent of January signifies a minor shift to an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.3°C (82.9°F), aligning closely with December. Midlands notes an average temperature descent to a still warm 25.4°C (77.7°F) in January, a small shift from its daytime peak.

Heat index

January's heat index is appraised at a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Take more safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are potential outcomes. Persistent activity might lead to heatstroke.
In reference to the heat index, it's for places in shade and with a slight wind. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and physical activity. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Children often lack awareness of the importance of taking breaks and rehydrating. The feeling of thirst is a late indication of dehydration, so maintaining hydration, especially during long periods of physical activity, is critical.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall 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 in Midlands is 13h and 12min.
On the first day of January in Midlands, 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.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 9.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Midlands are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, an average UV index of 7 transforms into the following instructions:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.

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

In Midlands, 28.3°C (82.9°F) is the average high-temperature and 25.4°C (77.7°F) is the average low-temperature during January. In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 33°C (91.4°F).

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

In January, the average relative humidity in Midlands, Mauritius, is 78%.

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

In Midlands, during January, the rain falls for 22.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 129mm (5.08") of precipitation.

In Midlands, the average day length in January is 13h and 12min.

On the first day of January, 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.

The average sunshine duration in January in Midlands, Mauritius, is 9.5h.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Midlands is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes 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
Midlands, 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
Midlands, 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
Midlands, 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
Midlands, 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
Midlands, 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
Midlands, 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
Midlands, 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
Midlands, 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
Midlands, 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
Midlands, 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
Midlands, 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).