What is the best month to visit Mauritius?

When is the Best Time to Go to Mauritius? The best time to visit Mauritius is from May to December when the weather is cool, dry and sunny. Expect some of Africa's best beaches, fresh seafood and long, sundrenched days on a Mauritius holiday. The island has a classic tropical climate with warm weather year-round.



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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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The rainy season in Mauritius The rainy season starts in December and ends in April, but January, February and March are the wettest months by far with between 150 and 300mm of rainfall per month. This monsoon season is also the hottest period, with temperatures hovering between 26°C and 27°C.

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However, the most agreeable times to visit the island are from April to June and from September to December to avoid the peak of summer and winter, the only two seasons in Mauritius. Summer in Mauritius lasts from October to April, no spring unlike Europe, with sunlight from 5:30 am to 7 pm at the peak of the season.

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February is the wettest month and October is the driest. The Republic of Mauritius is also located in the cyclone belt of the SWIO. Cyclone season is from November to mid-May.

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Mauritius Climate summary by month January and February are the hottest months of the year across Mauritius, and these are also the months where you are most likely to see prolonged rainy periods, especially in the evenings and overnight.

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Save and enjoy cooler temperatures during the low season (May–September) The low season in Mauritius - coinciding with the European and American summer – is cooler, cheaper and almost as appealing as visiting during the more popular months.

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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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His conclusion is that June is, overall, most frequently the wettest month in the U.S. with 2,053 of the 8,535 sites reporting such. April, at the other end of the spectrum, reports only 76 sites of the 8,535 as their wettest month.

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When is the Best Time to Go to Mauritius? The best time to visit Mauritius is from May to December when the weather is cool, dry and sunny. Expect some of Africa's best beaches, fresh seafood and long, sundrenched days on a Mauritius holiday. The island has a classic tropical climate with warm weather year-round.

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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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West Mauritius 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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British Airways and TUI both fly direct from London Gatwick (LGW) to Mauritius, while Air Mauritius flies direct from London Heathrow (LHR) with a flight time of just under 12 hours.

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Mauritius can be very expensive if you stick to the hotels, especially 4 star upwards. Supermarket prices are the same as here, and rising with oil prices, so even basics are not as cheap as they were. A lot of people on the forum complain about the rip off prices in euros that hotels charge, and they are right.

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Malaria or dengue fever aren't a danger in Mauritius, but mosquito bites are annoying nevertheless. Mosquito repellent is useful in any case, but you can just as easily buy it locally.

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Spend At Least 7 Days In Mauritius If tourists have more time, 10 days will offer them a perfect vacation with a more flexible itinerary. Without seeing any of the area's beaches, a trip to Mauritius would be incomplete. Le Morne, The Flic en Flac Beach, and the Grand Baie are among the island's top beaches.

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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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May's the first month of the year where the amount of rain reduces a lot, so you'll have lots of sun if you're going at this time. Coastal and south easterly winds will help to keep you cool, while the country's mountains in the north and west are the warmest and driest regions.

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The Best Indoor Activities to Do in Mauritius on a Rainy Day
  • Pamper yourself at a Spa. ...
  • Visit an Art Gallery. ...
  • Shopping for Souvenirs. ...
  • Discover the Mauritian culture and history. ...
  • Visit Local Factories. ...
  • Port-Louis Market. ...
  • Discover the Mauritian Gastronomy. ...
  • Visit a house of illusion.


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