Is October a good time to visit Mauritius?

The best time to visit Mauritius is toward the end of the year, from October through to December, when temperatures are hottest. However, Mauritius has an enviable subtropical climate that normally brings sun, warmth, and blue skies, so expect perfect beach weather for most of the year.



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October is the driest month on record on the sun-soaked isle of Mauritius. This tends to be a busy time at the most frequented destinations on the island.

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The best time to visit Mauritius is toward the end of the year, from October through to December, when temperatures are hottest. However, Mauritius has an enviable subtropical climate that normally brings sun, warmth, and blue skies, so expect perfect beach weather for most of the year.

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So for calmer conditions it is best to visit the east coast of Mauritius between October and May, which works well for winter holidays from the northern hemisphere. Southern Mauritius is home to some of the country's most dramatic landscapes.

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Mauritius weather October You'll get lots of sun in October, which comes after the cooler winter. Mauritius has two distinct seasons, a warm and humid summer from November to April, and a cooler and drier winter from June to September.

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Mauritius benefits from a mild climate all year round with an average temperature of 25ºC and a pleasant water temperature suitable for swimming both during summer and winter. Almost all activities you are looking forward to do during your holidays can be made at any time of the year.

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Summer (November to April) These are the hottest and wettest months, with temperatures peaking at an average of 30.1 °C in both January and February, and with February being the wettest month with an average of 253 mm rainfall. These months are also quite humid, but are also the sunniest.

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Spring (October) It's beginning to warm up, with average day maximum temperatures now at 26.8 °C. It's also statistically the driest month with only an average 53 mm of rainfall.

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When is the cheapest time to fly to Mauritius? The cheapest month to fly to Mauritius is usually October.

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Tropical cyclones You should remain vigilant and follow the advice of local authorities. The tropical cyclone season in Mauritius usually runs from November to May. You should follow the Mauritius Meteorological Services updates.. Cyclones can cause extensive damage to property.

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It's often said that 'west is best' and we certainly agree: Mauritius's west coast has unbeatable beaches ranging from the fine white sands of Trou aux Biches in the far north to the isolated Le Morne Peninsula on the south-west tip of the island.

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Many previous visitors to Mauritius are convinced that west is best – and it's not hard to see why. Flic en Flac is a delightful seaside village boasting vibrant nightlife, superb restaurants, glorious coral reefs and an 8 kilometre stretch of white sands which can provide hours of family holiday fun.

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The island has a classic tropical climate with warm weather year-round. Even in winter, the temperatures drop from hot to balmy. We don't recommend visiting Mauritius during the wet cyclone season, from January to March, and to avoid the east coast in July and August, when the wind is at it's strongest.

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If you fly over the clear turquoise waters off the southwest coast of our island, you'll spot what looks like an underwater waterfall in Mauritius. It may look dramatic, but you can actually swim – and surf – over the 'waterfall' below.

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One week is sufficient to follow the route and visit many of the places listed below. However, if you have time, I suggest extending your stay to at least 10 days to enjoy more beach time and the sights and excursions I've described.

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