Month guide · Mauritius

Mauritius in January

What January is really like in Mauritius: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.

Updated 23 October 2026By the AMZBooking editorial team

Quick answer

January is a month many travellers avoid. Expect average highs of 30°C (86°F), lows of 23°C (73°F), about 13 rainy days and roughly 13.2 hours of daylight. Hot, humid and wet, with heavy showers and the peak of cyclone season; busy early in the month after Christmas.

Average high / low: 30°C (86°F) / 23°C (73°F)
Rainy days: About 13
Daylight: About 13.2 hours
Sea temperature: 27°C (81°F)
Crowds: Busy
Hotel prices: Highest

Weather in January

January is the warmest month in Mauritius: days average 30°C (86°F) against a yearly average high of 28°C (82°F), and nights fall to about 23°C (73°F). Rain falls on roughly 13 of its 31 days. Compared with December (30°C (86°F)), January is about as warm; by February highs stay near 30°C (86°F).

Sunrise (15 January): About 05:42
Sunset (15 January): About 18:56
Daylight: About 13.2 hours
Sea: 27°C (81°F)

Late summer (March–May). Rain and humidity ease, the sea is at its warmest and diving visibility is good; Easter brings a short peak.

Crowds and prices

On a 1–5 scale, January rates 4 for crowds (the peak is December at 5) and 5 for hotel prices (highest in January). Book accommodation early: January is one of the pricier months.

Events in January

Thaipoosam Cavadee — Tamil festival with processions (usually January or February)
Chinese Spring Festival (late January or February)

Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.

What to do in January

With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.

Museum · Pamplemousses

L'Aventure du Sucre

Combine it with the botanical garden in Pamplemousses on the same morning.

Time needed: 2 hours
Cost: Mid-priced

History
Rainy day
Food

Museum · Port Louis

Blue Penny Museum

At Le Caudan Waterfront, this museum covers the island's maritime and colonial history and displays the famous 1847 'Post Office' Red Penny and Blue Penny stamps, among the rarest in the world.

Time needed: 1 hour
Cost: Low cost

History
Rainy day
Art

Nature · Le Morne peninsula

Le Morne Brabant

Start at sunrise to avoid the midday heat; the upper section involves scrambling, so go with a local guide if you are unsure.

Time needed: 3–4 hours
Cost: Free

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Views
Active
History
Outdoors

Nature · Chamarel

Chamarel Seven Coloured Earths and waterfall

A small patch of rippled volcanic dunes in shades of red, brown, violet and yellow, formed by the weathering of basalt, inside a nature park that also has a viewpoint over the 100-metre Chamarel waterfall and a pen of giant Aldabra tortoises.

Time needed: 1.5 hours
Cost: Low cost

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Kids
Photo spot
Nature

The sea averages 27°C (81°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Mauritius.

What to pack

For highs near 30°C, lows near 23°C and 13 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; a compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; comfortable walking shoes.

Is January a good time to visit Mauritius?

A month many travellers avoid, with 2 notable events on the calendar. If your dates are flexible, April–May and September–November are better overall. Compare every month.

Mauritius in other months

Questions travellers ask

+Is January a good time to visit Mauritius?

It is a month many travellers avoid. Hot, humid and wet, with heavy showers and the peak of cyclone season; busy early in the month after Christmas.

+How warm is Mauritius in January?

Average highs are around 30°C (86°F) and lows around 23°C (73°F).

+Does it rain a lot in Mauritius in January?

Expect rain on about 13 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.