The North and West Coasts are more sheltered than the South and East Coasts during the windy season from June to September, making the beach areas of Flic en Flac and Balaclava ideal for family summer holidays.
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July is also considered one of the cooler months in Mauritius. If you are after the best possible weather during this time, the North of the Island is where to go in Mauritius at this time. Despite these lower temperatures, this is still a popular time of the year, due to school holidays in the Northern hemisphere.
The West Coast is generally warmer and calmer than the East of the island, meaning this is the side of choice for those looking for a peaceful and sunny beach holiday. Temperatures are at their hottest during the island's summer months from October to April.
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.
Grand Bay / Grand Baie – best for first-time visitorsLocated on the north coast of the island, Grand Baie is Mauritius' tourist hub. In this village, you'll find all the best hotels, shopping centers and restaurants, a beautiful coastal beach and especially the best nightlife!
The West and North of the island are the warmest and most protected areas, while the East is subject to the south-east trade winds all year round, mild and pleasant in summer, and cooler and stronger in winter.
Mauritius enjoys winter in July.The island nation is affected by southeast trade winds that blow during the Monsoons. Surprisingly, the weather in Mauritius is pleasant throughout the year along with the water temperatures in the Indian Ocean that are ideal for swimming as well.
July and August, for example, fall into Mauritius's winter season and is a comparatively cooler time of the year — average temperatures of around 24C — as well as fewer mosquitoes, lower humidity and relatively little rain.
Spend At Least 7 Days In MauritiusIf 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.
August in Mauritius has milder temperatures and no rain, ideal for sunny days but without the intense heat. It's best to stay on the west or north coast during August because the beaches are more sheltered from wind.
Winter: May to OctoberJuly is considered the coldest month of the year in Mauritius with temperatures sitting in the balmy low 20's. Other months see averages of around 22-23 degrees celsius on the coast, and 18-19 degrees celsius in the Central Plateau.
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.
The best side of Mauritius however has to be the West coast, purely for the variety it offers in terms of culture (Port Louis), Exploration and natural wonders (Le Morne Brabant) and arguably the island's most popular resort; Fliq en Flaq.
Summer (November to April)There is a large difference in rainfall across the island, with the east coast and central plateau catching the lion's share of the wet weather, whilst the more sheltered west coast is much drier. The later summer months are also the main cyclone season for Mauritius.
Mauritius is prone to be hit by topical storms during the summer season; between November and April. The risks are higher during the more active period, from mid-December through March, when the sea temperature gets warmer. The cyclonic season officially starts on 15 November and ends on 15 May.