Moka weather in January (Mauritius)

What's the typical weather in Moka for January? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

The month of January in Moka typically brings high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 29°C, while nights can cool down to about 25°C. These temperatures are typical, but it's wise to prepare for hotter days. Dress in light, airy clothing and protect yourself from the sun.

Precipitation

Moka in January usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 195 mm for the month. Expect the heaviest rain of the year this month, often arriving in intense bursts. A poncho is essential for keeping dry. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 17 days of rain.

Average sunshine

With around 250 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Moka. April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the best circumstances. While January and February tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Moka climate page with graphs.

 

Moka, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 25°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Chance of Rain 58%  

Precipitation 195 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Sunshine 250 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Port Louis, Mauritius (6 KM, 3 Miles).

Where to go in Mauritius in January

Find out more about the weather in Mauritius and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

8/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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