Pointe aux Cannoniers Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Pointe aux Cannoniers’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in Mauritius.
Monthly Temperature Averages
In Pointe aux Cannoniers temperatures are generally consistent throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 29°C in February, the warmest time of the year, to a comfortable 24°C during cooler months like August. At night, minimum temperatures typically average around 21°C during these months.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Pointe aux Cannoniers by month:
The minimum temperature is often recorded between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the highest temperature is usually reached at 3 PM. During this time the sun's heating effect is the strongest. February, the city’s warmest month receives 224 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
August, the city’s coldest month, sees about 26 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 15 days. It records 219 hours of sunshine of sunshine.
Annual Temperatures in Mauritius Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across Mauritius. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Pointe aux Cannoniers Temperatures Compared World Wide
Pointe aux Cannoniers’s average annual maximum temperature is 27°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
Seville, Spain, stands out with its warm Mediterranean climate and an average annual temperature of 23°C.
In contrast, in Zermatt, Switzerland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 4°C, with mild summers and very cold winters.
Chicago, USA, has a significant seasonal range, with an average annual temperature of 15°C.
In Brisbane, Australia, the average annual temperature is 26°C, making it warmer than Sydney.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Temperatures in the Mountains
Although not all regions have mountains, elevated areas exhibit distinct temperature variations.
- Sun Exposure: Sunlit slopes tend to be warmer, while shaded areas remain cooler.
- Altitude Effects: Temperatures drop by approximately 6°C for every 1,000 meters of elevation, creating distinct microclimates.
For more detailed information about Pointe aux Cannoniers’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Pointe aux Cannoniers climate page.
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