Mauritius Weather
A month-by-month look at temperature, rainfall and what to pack in Mauritius. The annual average is 27°C high / 21°C low — hottest in January (30°C) and coldest in July (18°C).
Mauritius Weather at a Glance
As of 2026A quick summary of Mauritius's year-round climate and the best time to visit.
- Annual average
- 27° / 21°
- Best time to visit
- September, October, May
- Hottest month
- January (30°C)
- Coldest month
- July (18°C)
- Wettest month
- February (230mm)
- Driest month
- September (50mm)
As of 2026, Mauritius's weather averages 27°C high / 21°C low across the year, and the best time to visit for stable temperatures, rainfall and crowds is September, October, May. The hottest month is January (30°C), the coldest is July (18°C), and the wettest is February (230mm).
When is the best time to visit Mauritius?
September is widely considered one of Mauritius' top 2-3 travel months — peak dry season weather (50mm rain, 7 wet days, lowest of year), comfortable 25°C / 18°C temperatures, but with the European-holiday pricing pressure released as Northern-Hemisphere schools resume. The value sweet spot of the year. Whale shark sightings begin (Oct-Feb canonical season — occasional September luck).
October is the second-best value month after September — peak dry weather, slightly warmer temperatures than July-September (sea climbs to 24°C), and whale shark + manta diving season at peak. Mauritian-Hindu Diwali festival (late Oct or early Nov) brings color + light + food celebrations. Day length grows past 12h.
May is the start of Mauritius' canonical 6-month dry season. Temperatures 25-27°C with low humidity, the SE trade winds providing constant relief, and rain dropping to 80mm (60% off March). One of the best months for travel — dry-season weather at shoulder pricing, no school holidays in most markets (Northern Hemisphere is in late spring). Kitesurf season begins at Le Morne (peaks June-August). Workers' Day (May 1) adds a public holiday but minimal tourism impact.
What is Mauritius weather like month by month?
Tap any month for a detailed guide with what to wear, sunrise/sunset and air quality.
| Month | High/Low | Rain | Rainy days | Crowds | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30° / 23° | 220mm | 14 | Busy | Details → |
| February | 30° / 23° | 230mm | 13 | Moderate | Details → |
| March | 30° / 23° | 200mm | 12 | Moderate | Details → |
| April | 29° / 22° | 120mm | 11 | Moderate | Details → |
| May | 27° / 20° | 80mm | 9 | Moderate | Details → |
| June | 25° / 19° | 60mm | 8 | Moderate | Details → |
| July | 24° / 18° | 65mm | 9 | Busy | Details → |
| August | 25° / 18° | 60mm | 8 | Busy | Details → |
| September | 25° / 18° | 50mm | 7 | Moderate | Details → |
| October | 26° / 19° | 50mm | 7 | Moderate | Details → |
| November | 28° / 21° | 80mm | 8 | Moderate | Details → |
| December | 29° / 22° | 180mm | 12 | Very busy | Details → |
What should you wear in Mauritius?
Early dry season — light cotton, swimwear, sandals, SPF 50 reef-safe. Lighter rain protection (still occasional showers). The trade winds begin in earnest — light long-sleeve cover for breezy east-coast evenings.
Dry-winter cool — cotton + linen daytime, light sweater or cardigan for evenings (18°C is properly cool by tropical standards). Swimwear, sandals. SPF 30. Long-sleeve cover essential — east-coast trade winds make evenings chilly.
Dry-spring warming — cotton + linen daytime, light cardigan for evenings. Swimwear, SPF 50 reef-safe (UV at 11 again). Long-sleeve cover for trade-wind evenings still helpful.
Same as January — light cotton + linen, swimwear, sandals, sun hat, SPF 50 reef-safe. Lightweight rain jacket. Insect repellent. The cyclone window is still active — pack a power bank for potential outages.
Mauritius Weather FAQ
What is the best time to visit Mauritius? +
For weather, September, October, May are the most comfortable months. Highs sit around 25°C with relatively stable rainfall and crowds.
What are the hottest and coldest months in Mauritius? +
The hottest month is January with an average high of 30°C, and the coldest is July with an average low of 18°C. The annual average is 27°C high / 21°C low.
When does it rain most in Mauritius? +
The wettest month is February (230mm over about 13 rainy days) and the driest is September (50mm). Total annual rainfall is roughly 1395mm.
What should I pack for Mauritius? +
Spring (Mar–May) averages 29/22°C — Early dry season — light cotton, swimwear, sandals, SPF 50 reef-safe. Lighter rain protection (still occasional showers). The trade winds begin in earnest — light long-sleeve cover for breezy east-coast evenings. Summer (Jun–Aug) averages 25/18°C — Dry-winter cool — cotton + linen daytime, light sweater or cardigan for evenings (18°C is properly cool by tropical standards). Swimwear, sandals. SPF 30. Long-sleeve cover essential — east-coast trade winds make evenings chilly. Autumn (Sep–Nov) averages 26/19°C — Dry-spring warming — cotton + linen daytime, light cardigan for evenings. Swimwear, SPF 50 reef-safe (UV at 11 again). Long-sleeve cover for trade-wind evenings still helpful. Winter (Dec–Feb) averages 30/23°C — Same as January — light cotton + linen, swimwear, sandals, sun hat, SPF 50 reef-safe. Lightweight rain jacket. Insect repellent. The cyclone window is still active — pack a power bank for potential outages.
What is the weather in Mauritius this month (June)? +
June averages 25°C high / 19°C low with 60mm rainfall over about 8 rainy days. Crowds are moderate and prices are moderate.
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Why you can trust weather guide
Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.