Mauritius
Climate in Mauritius

Climate in Mauritius

The climate in Mauritius is warm and summery throughout the year. There are two seasons in Mauritius: summers are hot and sultry (November to April) with temperatures up to 35°C and high humidity; winters, between May and October, are dry and somewhat cooler (highest temperature along the coast 28°C).

Persistent rain is rare in Mauritius. It is unlikely that it will rain persistently for more than three days in a row.
A blue sky usually returns after an often very heavy shower.
However, there is no guarantee that your holiday will be rain-free.

It is warm throughout the year — up to 5°C warmer in summer than in winter. It also rains throughout the year — more in summer than winter.

There are further details on our climate chart.  Mauritius climate chart

The dreaded cyclones occur, albeit rarely, between November and April.
 Cyclones in Mauritius

The weather in Mauritius varies greatly depending on the location.

While temperatures might climb to over 35°C in Port Louis on any given day, you should still take a rain coat and cardigan with you if going on an excursion through the highlands in Grand Bassin or Curepipe.

The north-west of Mauritius is the warmest area with the least rainfall; it is often windy on the east coast with more rain than in the west.

When visiting areas at a higher altitude, you should always take protective rain cover and a jacket with you, even if they are not always needed.

In the south-east there is a stiff breeze most of the year which attracts kite surfers to the beaches south of Le Morne.