Weather: 35 ° C Expected in the Capital

A new wave of heat is expected across the island. And if at 34 ° C, a temperature record was recorded at the Champ de Mars in recent days, the thermometer should rise further announces Rakesh Seetohul, forecaster at the weather station. Indeed, up to 35 ° C are expected in Port-Louis as in coastal areas.

The weather station indicates that temperatures this summer may at times exceed the average by 1 ° C to 2 ° C. "The sensation of heat is amplified by the high humidity," Rakesh Seetohul advance. Moreover, this rate increased to 80% in places.

In its report Summer Forecast 2013-2014, weather station provides "weather events." It says that"the current weather conditions can lead to flash flooding (flash floods), electrical storms, or mini tornadoes during the warmer months. "

The rainy season, expected from mid-December. "Rains will be strong and of short duration, resulting in accumulations of water and floods."

During this summer, at least 10 cyclonic formations are provided. For now, a tropical disturbance formed southeast of Diego Garcia. According to Rakesh Seetohul, this is "an area of low pressure at the moment."