January weather forecast
Petit Gabriel, Mauritius

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another warm summer month in Petit Gabriel, Mauritius, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.6°C (79.9°F) and 27.1°C (80.8°F).

Temperature

Petit Gabriel's shift into January sets the average high-temperature at a still moderately hot 27.1°C (80.8°F), a figure that deviates only slightly from December's 26.3°C (79.3°F). Petit Gabriel notes an average temperature descent to a still warm 26.6°C (79.9°F) in January, a small shift from its daytime peak.

Heat index

For most parts of January, the heat index is estimated at a tropical 30°C (86°F). Ongoing activity coupled with exposure often results in weariness and could induce heat cramps.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. It is important to note that direct sunlight can intensify the weather impact, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 78%.

Rainfall

In Petit Gabriel, in January, it is raining for 19.4 days, with typically 78mm (3.07") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Petit Gabriel, there are 214.5 rainfall days, and 564mm (22.2") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Petit Gabriel is 13h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:10 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 05:29 and sunset at 18:29 +04.

Sunshine

In Petit Gabriel, the average sunshine in January is 9.5h.

UV index

January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.
Updated: Feb 7, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Petit Gabriel in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Petit Gabriel, is 27.1°C (80.8°F), while the low-temperature averages to 26.6°C (79.9°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in January is estimated at 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Petit Gabriel?

The average relative humidity in January is 78%.

How much does it rain in Petit Gabriel in January?

In Petit Gabriel, in January, it is raining for 19.4 days, with typically 78mm (3.07") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in January in Petit Gabriel?

In Petit Gabriel, Mauritius, the average day length in January is 13h and 10min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Petit Gabriel?

On the first day of January in Petit Gabriel, sunrise is at 05:10 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:29 and sunset at 18:29 +04.

How many hours of sunshine does Petit Gabriel have in January?

In Petit Gabriel, the average sunshine duration in January is 9.5h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Petit Gabriel?

January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Petit Gabriel, Mauritius.

What is the UV index reading in January in Petit Gabriel?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Petit Gabriel, Mauritius, is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in January
Petit Gabriel, Mauritius

Average temperature in January - Petit Gabriel, Mauritius
  • Average high temperature in January: 27.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (27.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is September (23°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (27°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (22.1°C).

Average pressure in January
Petit Gabriel, Mauritius

Average pressure in January - Petit Gabriel, Mauritius
  • Average pressure in January: 1011.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1020.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1011mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Petit Gabriel, Mauritius

Average wind speed in January - Petit Gabriel, Mauritius
  • Average wind speed in January: 24.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (33.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (24km/h).

Average humidity in January
Petit Gabriel, Mauritius

Average humidity in January - Petit Gabriel, Mauritius
  • Average humidity in January: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Petit Gabriel, Mauritius

Average rainfall in January - Petit Gabriel, Mauritius
  • Average rainfall in January: 78mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (140mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (13mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Petit Gabriel, Mauritius

Average rainfall days in January - Petit Gabriel, Mauritius
  • Average rainfall days in January: 19.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (21.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.6 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Petit Gabriel, Mauritius

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Petit Gabriel, 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: 11h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 9h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Petit Gabriel, Mauritius

Average sunshine days in January - Petit Gabriel, Mauritius
  • Average sunshine days in January: 6.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (9.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Petit Gabriel, Mauritius

Average UV index in January - Petit Gabriel, Mauritius
  • Average UV index in January: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in January
Petit Gabriel, Mauritius

Average cloud cover in January - Petit Gabriel, Mauritius
  • Average cloud cover in January: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in January
Petit Gabriel, Mauritius

Average visibility in January - Petit Gabriel, 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).

Petit Gabriel, Mauritius

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