January weather forecastPhoenix, Mauritius
January
Weather in January
Phoenix experiences a warm start to the year in January, a month distinguished by its relatively high temperature and humidity. One notable attribute of January is the rainfall of 129mm (5.08") which is among the highest for the year, implying a fairly wet start for Phoenix. This month provides a gentle transition from the last vestiges of the previous year's weather, preparing Phoenix for the weather patterns to come. Although January has the most abundant rainfall quantities, it is also blessed with a fair amount of sunshine, distinguishing it from the subsequent months.Temperature
As January unfolds in Phoenix, the average high-temperature reaches a still moderately hot 28.3°C (82.9°F), hinting at a slight fluctuation from the previous month. During the month of January, Phoenix's average nighttime temperature closely mirrors its daytime counterpart, at a still warm 25.4°C (77.7°F).Heat index
January's average heat index is calculated to be a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Keep in mind that direct sunshine exposure can amplify the weather's effects, possibly increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
Humidity
The months with the highest humidity in Phoenix, Mauritius, are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 78%.Rainfall
January is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 22.2 days and accumulates 129mm (5.08") of precipitation.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day in Phoenix, Mauritius, is 13h and 12min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 18:53. On the last day of January, in Phoenix, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:53 +04.
Sunshine
In Phoenix, the average sunshine in January is 9.5h.UV index
January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A daily high UV index of 7 in January leads to these guidelines:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. 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 January
Phoenix, 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
Phoenix, 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
Phoenix, 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
Phoenix, 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
Phoenix, 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 (15mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Phoenix, 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
Phoenix, 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
Phoenix, 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
Phoenix, 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
Phoenix, Mauritius
- Average cloud cover in January: 44
The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and June (Cloud cover 38).
Average visibility in January
Phoenix, 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).
