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Furthermore, we analyzed all climate data and provide a recommendation about which months are best to visit Mauritius for your holiday.
Climate Overview
18 °C to 29 °C
22 °C to 27 °C
2.4 – 9.88 in (9 – 18 Days of Rain)Show temperatures in degree
Geographical location
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540 miles east of Madagascar lies the island state of Mauritius in the Indian Ocean. The African mainland is 1100 miles from the island, the closest neighbour is La Réunion, some 120 miles away.
More than 80% of the locals speak the French Creole language Morisyen, official government languages are English and French.
Mauritius has a size of about 1300 square miles and about 1.3 million inhabitants. You can pay with the local currency Mauritius Rupee. Mauritius has only been independent of Great Britain since 1968, but still belongs to the Commonwealth Alliance.
Together with La Réunion and Rodrigues, Mauritius forms the Mascarenes archipelago. The capital Port Louis is located in the northwest of the island.
Climate in Mauritius
The island state Mauritius in the Indian Ocean is located south of the equator. For this reason, the seasons there are opposite to the northern hemisphere. Mauritius is located in the climatic zone of the humid tropics and thus has a high humidity of 80 percent on average.
The east coast has much more precipitation than, for example, the west coast, which lies in the so-called precipitation shadow of Mauritius. The temperatures are very pleasant all year round between 25 °C to 30 °C. Summer brings the most rain, especially from January to the end of February there is the danger of cyclones (tropical storms).
The rather dry winter on Mauritius is with 24 °C to 27 °C day temperature very pleasant, the humidity is now clearly lower and the climate is no longer felt so humid. Experienced Mauritius vacationers appreciate the island in the Indian Ocean however with small restrictions as a genuine all-season destination.
Best Time to Visit Mauritius: Overview
JanuaryJan Up to 9.88 in of rainof rain risk of cyclonesrisk of cyclone | FebruaryFeb Up to 9.69 in of rainof rain risk of cyclonesrisk of cyclone | MarchMar Up to 8.54 in of rainof rain yet good for divinggood for diving | AprilApr Up to 8.7 in of rainof rain yet good for divinggood for diving | MayMay Good time to traveltime mostly Pleasant climatemostly perfect climate | JuneJun Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Mauritius |
JulyJul Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Mauritius | AugustAug Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Mauritius | SeptemberSep Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Mauritius | OctoberOct Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Mauritius | NovemberNov Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Mauritius | DecemberDec Up to 7.52 in of rainof rain yet good for divinggood for diving |
When to travel to Mauritius?
One can have luck with the weather in the Indian Ocean also in the summer on Mauritius (December to April), in principle, however, this period is considered as the rainy season and is not necessarily the best travel time of the island. The official winter from May to mid-November is the driest time and is therefore recommended by us as the best travel season on Mauritius. They avoid the danger of hurricanes that hit the island about every 5 years on average. A good tip for cheap offers in a still pleasant climate is the quieter travel season from September to the beginning of December.
Climate Chart Mauritius
Mahebourg
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Source of Data: German Weather Service (Offenbach) and Wikipedia
Climate Table Mauritius
In the following, you will find the climate table for Mauritius, containing information about Temperatures, Precipitation, Water Temperatures, and Hours of Sunshine.Temperatures, Precipitation, Sunshine in Mahebourg (Mauritius)
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day Temperature | 29° | 29° | 29° | 28° | 27° | 25° | 24° | 24° | 25° | 26° | 28° | 29° |
| Night Temperature | 23° | 23° | 23° | 22° | 20° | 18° | 18° | 18° | 18° | 19° | 20° | 22° |
| Water Temperature | 27° | 27° | 27° | 27° | 25° | 24° | 23° | 22° | 23° | 23° | 24° | 25° |
| Precipitation (inch) | 9.88 | 9.69 | 8.54 | 8.7 | 5.83 | 3.98 | 4.45 | 3.5 | 2.4 | 2.64 | 3.5 | 7.48 |
| Rainy days | 16 | 16 | 17 | 17 | 14 | 14 | 18 | 14 | 10 | 11 | 9 | 13 |
| Hours of Sunshine | 8 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
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Temperatures
The annual average temperature in Mahebourg is 23.5 °C.For comparison: London 11 °C, NYC 12 °C, LA 17.9 °C
Warmest month: February (26.1 °C)
Coldest month: August (20.8 °C)
The maximum water temperature in Mahebourg is 27 °C. You can take a bath at these temperatures.
Months with water temperature of at least 21 °C (adequate for beach vacation):
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Precipitation
Overall annual precipitation: 70.59 inch on 169 rainy daysFor comparison: London 24.06 in, NYC 41.57 in, LA 12.01 in
Rainy season (months with more than 6.9 in of precipitation): January, February, March, April, and December
Overall precipitation in the rainy season: 44.29 in
You cannot expect snow in any month in Mahebourg.
Sunshine
As our climate table shows, November is the sunniest month with an average of 8.1 hours of sunshine per day. Over the year, there are 6.9 hours of sunshine per day on average. For comparison: London has 4.1, NYC has 7 and LA has 8.9 hours of sunshine per day on average.Highlights and Attractions
On Mauritius you can rent a car and explore this wonderful island on your own. The use of public transport is also generally not a problem. A ticket from Grand Baie to Port Louis, for example, costs just 35 rupees, the equivalent of 80 cents. Also the journey with the taxi is quite favorable, here is recommended to negotiate a fixed price before departure.
A trip to Rochester Falls should not be missing on any Mauritius trip. Here you can enjoy pleasant hikes with unique panoramic views. Another natural highlight is the Trou au Cerf crater. Here a visit in the time of the dawn is recommended, in order to be able to enjoy the fantastic sunset. South of the capital Port Louis is the eight kilometre long and white dream beach Flic en Flac.
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Popular Activities
Full-Day Cruise to Ile aux Cerfs with BBQ Lunch Included
Tours
from 65 $ »
Discover the paradise island of Ile aux Cerfs aboard a 45-foot catamaran. Snorkel with the tropical reef fish or go for a refreshing swim in the sea. Look for dolphins in their natural environment and more.
Mauritius: Full-Day Speedboat Tour to Ile aux Cerfs & BBQ
Tours
from 136 $ »
Come and see the best of Mauritius. Visit the islands bordering the east coast lagoon and see the lighthouse, Île aux Cerfs Island and wrecks on the coral reef. You will also have the chance to snorkel in crystal clear waters.
Mauritius Airport One-Way Private Transfer Service
Culture & history
from 53 $ »
Enjoy comfortable and relaxed travel from the airport to your hotel or vice versa in Mauritius.
More attractions
South of Mauritius: Quad Bike Tour | Blue Bay: Half-Day Snorkeling Trip with Creole Picnic Lunch | Mauritius: Catamaran Cruise from Bluebay to Ile aux Cerfs | Ile aux Aigrettes: Private Sunset Cruise Tour | From Blue Bay: Ile aux Cerfs Speedboat Excursion with BBQ | Private Catamaran Charter to Ile aux Cerfs | From SSR International Airport: 1-Way Airport transfer |Current Weather and Forecast
Current Weather in Mahebourg (Station Mahébourg)
light rain, 26.3 °CClouds: 49 % Wind: 15 mph OSO
Air Pressure: 1015 hPa Humidity: 79 %
Air Pressure: 1015 hPa Humidity: 79 %
Last updated: 7th Feb 2023, 05:26 pm
The next days …
| 8th Feb 2023 | 9th Feb 2023 | 10th Feb 2023 | 11th Feb 2023 | 12th Feb 2023 | 13th Feb 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 25 °C to 27 °C | 25 °C to 27 °C | 26 °C to 28 °C | 26 °C to 28 °C | 25 °C to 27 °C | 26 °C to 27 °C |
| 25 °C to 27 °C | 25 °C to 27 °C | 26 °C to 28 °C | 26 °C to 28 °C | 25 °C to 27 °C | 26 °C to 27 °C |
| Clouds: 100 % | Clouds: 41 % | Clouds: 22 % | Clouds: 14 % | Clouds: 76 % | Clouds: 50 % |
| 0.43 in of rain | 0.34 in of rain | 0.08 in of rain | 0.15 in of rain | 0.28 in of rain | 0.73 in of rain |
Weather information provided by OpenWeatherMap. (CC BY-SA)
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Best Time to Travel for the Regions
Mahebourg: May, June, July, August, September, October, and November
Hottest Month
January: 29 °C
Day Temperature in Mahebourg
January: 29 °CDay Temperature in Mahebourg
Coldest Month
August: 18 °C
Night Temperature in Mahebourg
August: 18 °CNight Temperature in Mahebourg
Rainiest Month
January: 9.88 in
Rain in Mahebourg
January: 9.88 inRain in Mahebourg
Driest Month
September: 2.4 in
Rain in Mahebourg
September: 2.4 inRain in Mahebourg
Maximum Water Temperature
January: 27 °C
Water Temperature in Mahebourg
January: 27 °CWater Temperature in Mahebourg
Sunniest Month
November: 8.1 hours/day
Sunshine in Mahebourg
November: 8.1 hours/daySunshine in Mahebourg
Activities and Attractions
Blue Bay Mauritius: Snorkel Blue Bay with Glass-Bottom Boat
Tours
from 76 $ »
From Quatre Cocos: Tamarind Falls Hiking Day Trip
Nature & Panorama
from 155 $ »
Mahebourg Village Food Tour
Tours
from 58 $ »
Distances to Mauritius
| London | New York | Los Angeles | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mahebourg | 6080 mi | 9300 mi | 11470 mi |
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Mauritius: Experiences of our Visitors
It was very warm (about 28-30 degrees), but mostly cloudy and it rained more!
Weather Rating: 3 stars – Mixed
From 28 April to 13 May 2018 I was in Mauritius, in the north of the island. It rained once during this time, for 15 minutes. Each day was predominantly sunny, the temperature during the day 26 to 29 C°, at night 18C°. Best conditions for a beach holiday and not too warm for excursions in the interior of the island.
Weather Rating: 5 stars – Excellent
It was dry and pleasant throughout. A steady breeze made very pleasant days on the beach possible. In 10 days, it’s only drizzled a bit one afternoon.
Weather Rating: 5 stars – Excellent
it was winter in mauritius, with daily temperatures of 24 – 26 degrees. optimal weather for us.
Weather Rating: 5 stars – Excellent
Although the winter season begins in Mauritius in May, the average daily temperature was between 25-30°C. It was only quite cloudy on 2 days, it rained only a few times in the night. This information applies to the northwest of the island.
Weather Rating: 4 stars – Good
There was a daily shower that did not limit our activities
Weather Rating: 4 stars – Good
at the beginning of may we had 10 days of great weather, it was not so hot anymore but still very warm for bathing and lots of sunshine
Weather Rating: 5 stars – Excellent
Dream weather mid-October, two weeks constantly warm and sunny. No rain, perfect!
Weather Rating: 5 stars – Excellent