Best time to visit · Mauritius
The best time to visit Mauritius
Weather, crowds, prices and events for every month, so you can pick the trip that suits you.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
The best times to visit Mauritius are April–May and September–November, when it is warm, dry and sunny without the humidity and cyclone risk of mid-summer or the cooler winds of July and August. December and early January are hot and the most expensive. January to March is cyclone season and the wettest period, although many days are still sunny.
Key facts
- Best months
- April–May and September–November
- Shoulder season
- March, June–August and December
- Warmest month
- January (avg high 30°C (86°F))
- Coldest month
- July (avg high 24°C (75°F))
- Rainiest month
- February (~14 rainy days)
- Lowest hotel prices
- June
Seasons
Mauritius is warm year-round. Summer (November to April) is hot and humid, with most rain and the risk of cyclones from January to March; winter (May to October) is cooler, drier and windier, especially on the east and south coasts, while the west stays sunniest.
December–February
Hot summer
Hot, humid and the wettest period, with the highest cyclone risk from January; Christmas and New Year are the busiest, most expensive weeks.
March–May
Late summer
Rain and humidity ease, the sea is at its warmest and diving visibility is good; Easter brings a short peak.
June–August
Winter
Warm days and cool nights, with strong trade winds on the east and south coasts; ideal for kitesurfing and hiking, with whales offshore from July.
September–November
Spring
Dry, sunny and warming, with calm seas; one of the most reliable times for beaches and excursions.
Month by month
Long-term averages (rounded). Crowds and prices are relative, 1 (lowest) to 5 (highest). Daylight is sunrise to sunset on the 15th.
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Sea | Daylight | Crowds | Prices |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C | 23°C | 13 | 27°C | 13.2 h | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| February | 30°C | 23°C | 14 | 28°C | 12.8 h | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| March | 30°C | 22°C | 14 | 28°C | 12.3 h | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| April | 29°C | 21°C | 11 | 27°C | 11.7 h | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| May | 27°C | 19°C | 9 | 26°C | 11.2 h | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| June | 25°C | 18°C | 8 | 24°C | 10.9 h | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| July | 24°C | 17°C | 9 | 23°C | 11 h | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| August | 24°C | 17°C | 8 | 23°C | 11.4 h | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| September | 26°C | 18°C | 6 | 23°C | 12 h | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| October | 27°C | 19°C | 5 | 24°C | 12.6 h | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| November | 29°C | 20°C | 6 | 25°C | 13.1 h | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| December | 30°C | 22°C | 9 | 26°C | 13.4 h | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Yearly events
Recurring dates shift from year to year; confirm with the organiser before you book.
| Month | Events |
|---|---|
| January | Thaipoosam Cavadee — Tamil festival with processions (usually January or February); Chinese Spring Festival (late January or February) |
| February | Abolition of Slavery Day — public holiday (1 February); Maha Shivaratri pilgrimage to Grand Bassin (usually February or March) |
| March | National Day — independence anniversary (12 March); Holi (usually March) |
| April | Easter holidays |
| June | Kitesurfing season gets going at Le Morne (usually May–October) |
| July | Humpback whales pass off the west coast (usually July–October) |
| August | Ganesh Chaturthi (usually August or September) |
| September | Père Laval pilgrimage to Sainte-Croix, Port Louis (around 9 September) |
| October | Divali — festival of lights (October or November) |
| November | Arrival of Indentured Labourers — public holiday (2 November) |
| December | Christmas and New Year holiday peak |
Cheapest and quietest times
Hotel prices are usually lowest in June, and the sights are quietest in February–March and June. Many visitors avoid January–February.
What to pack
| Season | Pack |
|---|---|
| Hot summer | Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; Comfortable walking shoes |
| Late summer | Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; A compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; Comfortable walking shoes |
| Winter | Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; A compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; Comfortable walking shoes |
| Spring | Light layers for the day and a light jacket for the evening; A packable rain jacket for showers; Comfortable walking shoes |
Questions travellers ask
+What is the best month to visit Mauritius?
The best times to visit Mauritius are April–May and September–November, when it is warm, dry and sunny without the humidity and cyclone risk of mid-summer or the cooler winds of July and August. December and early January are hot and the most expensive. January to March is cyclone season and the wettest period, although many days are still sunny.
+When are hotel prices lowest in Mauritius?
Usually in June. Early winter: warm days, cool evenings and stronger trade winds in the east and south; the west coast is sunniest.
+What is the rainiest month in Mauritius?
February, with about 14 days of rain on average.
+How hot does Mauritius get?
The warmest month, January, averages highs of 30°C (86°F) and lows of 23°C (73°F).