Climate in Mauritius — Annual Weather Overview
Mauritius has a tropical climate — hot and humid year-round with a distinct wet season. The hottest month is December (average high 29.6°C) and the coolest is July (24.9°C). Temperatures are consistent year-round, with highs ranging only 4.7°C between the warmest and coolest months. Annual rainfall totals around 923mm. January is the wettest month at 221.9mm, while September averages just 19.6mm. Average daily sunshine is 11.0 hours.
**Spring (September, October, November):** average highs 27.5°C, 121mm rain. **Summer (December, January, February):** average highs 29.4°C, 460mm rain. **Autumn (March, April, May):** average highs 28.3°C, 275mm rain. **Winter (June, July, August):** average highs 25.2°C, 68mm rain.
Mauritius — Monthly Temperatures
Mauritius — Monthly Rainfall
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Weather in Mauritius stays reasonable all year.
Mauritius weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun/day | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29.2°C | 24.1°C | 221.9mm | 11.0h | 22 | 8/10 |
| February | 29.5°C | 24.3°C | 126.9mm | 11.4h | 19 | 9/10 |
| March | 29.3°C | 24.3°C | 153.9mm | 10.5h | 22 | 9/10 |
| April | 28.2°C | 23.6°C | 77.6mm | 10.4h | 17 | 10/10 |
| May | 27.5°C | 22.0°C | 43.1mm | 10.3h | 8 | 10/10 |
| June | 25.4°C | 20.3°C | 24.0mm | 10.0h | 6 | 10/10 |
| July | 24.9°C | 19.6°C | 20.7mm | 10.4h | 6 | 10/10 |
| August | 25.4°C | 19.4°C | 23.0mm | 10.8h | 6 | 10/10 |
| September | 26.1°C | 19.8°C | 19.6mm | 11.6h | 5 | 10/10 |
| October | 27.7°C | 20.9°C | 47.0mm | 11.6h | 9 | 10/10 |
| November | 28.7°C | 21.7°C | 54.1mm | 11.8h | 12 | 10/10 |
| December | 29.6°C | 23.4°C | 111.0mm | 12.2h | 17 | 9/10 |
For the full verdict on when to go, see the best time to visit Mauritius and the Mauritius rainy season guide. Seasonal breakdowns: spring, summer, autumn and winter.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of climate does Mauritius have?
Mauritius has a tropical climate — hot and humid year-round with a distinct wet season. Average highs range from 24.9°C in July to 29.6°C in December.
What is the hottest month in Mauritius?
December is the hottest month in Mauritius, with average highs of 29.6°C and lows of 23.4°C.
What is the coldest month in Mauritius?
July is the coolest month, with average highs of 24.9°C and lows of 19.4°C.
What is the wettest month in Mauritius?
January is the wettest month, averaging 221.9mm of rainfall over around 22 rainy days.
When is rainy season in Mauritius?
Rainy season in Mauritius runs December to March, when rainfall is significantly higher than the rest of the year. Full rainy season guide →
How much rain does Mauritius get per year?
Mauritius receives around 923mm of rain per year. The driest month is September (19.6mm).
When is the best time to visit Mauritius?
The best time to visit Mauritius is All year. See the full month-by-month guide →
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