January weather forecastRoche Terre, Mauritius

January

Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another warm summer month in Roche Terre, Mauritius, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.3°C (82.9°F) and 25.6°C (78.1°F).

Temperature

The dawn of January sees an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.3°C (82.9°F), subtly contrasting with December's 27.6°C (81.7°F). Nighttime temperature sees a small decrement from daytime highs, dipping to an average of 25.6°C (78.1°F) during January.

Heat index

The heat index value for January is calculated to be a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Incorporate extra safety measures to avoid heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Continuous activity could provoke heatstroke.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. An individual's temperature experience can be influenced by extra factors, including metabolic differences, activity levels, and clothing. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Children often miss understanding the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst usually appears late during dehydration - therefore, maintaining hydration, particularly during long physical activities, is essential.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

January is the month with the most rainfall in Roche Terre, Mauritius. Rain falls for 18.9 days and accumulates 97mm (3.82") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 13h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:32 and sunset at 18:52. On the last day of January, in Roche Terre, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:52 +04.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Roche Terre is 9.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Roche Terre are January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in January leads to these recommendations:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.

Updated: Feb 7, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Roche Terre in January has an average high-temperature of 28.3°C (82.9°F) and an average low-temperature of 25.6°C (78.1°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 33°C (91.4°F).

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

The average relative humidity in January is 78%.

The month with the most rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 18.9 days and typically aggregates up to 97mm (3.82") of precipitation.

In Roche Terre, in January, during 18.9 rainfall days, 97mm (3.82") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Roche Terre, Mauritius, the average day length in January is 13h and 11min.

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:32 and sunset at 18:52. On the last day of the month, in Roche Terre, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:52 +04.

The average sunshine duration in January is 9.6h.

The months with the highest UV index in Roche Terre, Mauritius, are January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents 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

28.6°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

18.2km/h

18.8km/h

18km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

13.1

8.9

5.2

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Roche Terre, Mauritius

Average high temperature in January: 28.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (28.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (23.5°C).

Average low temperature in January: 25.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (26°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (21.3°C).

Average pressure in January
Roche Terre, 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
Roche Terre, Mauritius

Average wind speed in January: 18.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (23.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (17.1km/h).

Average humidity in January
Roche Terre, 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
Roche Terre, Mauritius

Average rainfall in January: 97mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (97mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (8mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Roche Terre, Mauritius

Average rainfall days in January: 18.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are October and November (9.5 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Roche Terre, 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 36min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Roche Terre, Mauritius

Average sunshine days in January: 8.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Roche Terre, Mauritius

Average UV index in January: 7

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

Average cloud cover in January
Roche Terre, Mauritius

Average cloud cover in January: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are January and March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in January
Roche Terre, 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).