Season guide · Mauritius
Mauritius in spring
September–November: weather, crowds, prices and the best things to do this time of year.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
Dry, sunny and warming, with calm seas; one of the most reliable times for beaches and excursions. Expect highs up to 29°C (84°F) and lows around 18°C (64°F), with about 17 rainy days across September–November. September–November are among the best months of the year to visit.
Key facts
- Months
- September–November
- Temperatures
- 18°C (64°F) to 29°C (84°F)
- Rainy days in the season
- About 17
- Sea
- 23°C (73°F) to 25°C (77°F)
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in spring
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Daylight | Crowds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| September | 26°C (79°F) | 18°C (64°F) | 6 | 12 h | 3/5 |
| October | 27°C (81°F) | 19°C (66°F) | 5 | 12.6 h | 4/5 |
| November | 29°C (84°F) | 20°C (68°F) | 6 | 13.1 h | 4/5 |
Compared with the rest of the year: average highs of 27°C (81°F) against a yearly 28°C (82°F), and 17 of the year's roughly 112 rainy days fall in these 3 months. Crowds rate 4/5 and hotel prices 4/5 on average.
What's on in spring
Recurring events; dates move from year to year, so confirm with the organiser.
- 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)
Make the most of the weather
Island · Blue Bay and Mahébourg
Île aux Aigrettes nature reserve
Wear closed shoes; the coral-rock paths are sharp and uneven.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Nature
- Kids
- Off the beaten path
Theme park · Flic en Flac
Casela Nature Parks
A large wildlife and adventure park near Cascavelle with safari drives among zebras, giraffes and antelope, aviaries, a petting farm, ziplines and quad-biking.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Kids
- Active
- Outdoors
Viewpoint · Curepipe
Trou aux Cerfs crater
Go early on a clear morning; the central plateau is cooler and cloudier than the coast.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Views
- Outdoors
Nature · Souillac
Rochester Falls
A short, wide waterfall near Souillac that tumbles over unusual vertical basalt columns into a pool.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Off the beaten path
- Nature
- Photo spot
Viewpoint · Souillac
Gris Gris cliffs
Admire the sea from the clifftop only; swimming here is dangerous because of strong currents and waves.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Views
- Off the beaten path
- Photo spot
Day trips in spring
- Mahébourg and Blue Bay (About 1.5 hours from Grand Baie by car) — The south-east combines the historic town of Mahébourg, a guided walk on Île aux Aigrettes and snorkelling or a glass-bottom boat in Blue Bay Marine Park.
- The wild south coast (About 1.5–2 hours from Grand Baie by car) — Where the reef breaks, the south coast turns dramatic: the cliffs of Gris Gris, Rochester Falls and the seaside town of Souillac, plus quiet beaches such as Saint-Félix.
What to pack
- Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen
- Comfortable walking shoes
Other times of year
Questions travellers ask
+Is spring a good time to visit Mauritius?
Yes: September–November are among the best months. Dry, sunny and warming, with calm seas; one of the most reliable times for beaches and excursions.
+What is the weather like in Mauritius in spring?
Highs of up to 29°C (84°F) and lows around 18°C (64°F), with about 17 rainy days over the season.