Best time to visit Mauritius

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Though January is wet and hot, the first half is busy with travellers escaping the cold weather to celebrate the New Year in warmer climes. Thunderstorms usually occur in the second half of the day, and clear up overnight.

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The hot and humid weather continues with temperatures in the high 20s and a high chance of rain. Rain showers are localised and last for a few hours. Though not common, there is a chance of cyclones. Warm water conditions attract plenty of marine life.

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Temperatures and humidity levels are similar to February. Rainfall starts decreasing. This, coupled with lean crowds, makes it a good month to travel to Mauritius. Warm waters and increased water clarity make it an excellent month for snorkelling and diving.

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Summer and the rainy season end. While you can still expect a few showers this month, their intensity and frequency reduce. Humidity levels fall, making weather conditions pleasant. April falls in the shoulder season and is a quiet time to visit Mauritius.

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It’s the start of the dry winter season. Rainfall and humidity levels reduce, and daytime highs hover in the mid-20s. You might get the occasional shower, but for most of the month, you will experience clear skies and calm waters.

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The winds pick up during this month, but this primarily affects the island’s south and east coasts. Rainfall levels decrease further, and with temperatures in the mid-20s and the holiday crowds yet to come, this is one of the best times to visit Mauritius. It can get chilly at night, so carry a light sweater.

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The winds make the south and east coasts cooler, so it’s best to stay at resorts on the north or west coasts. It’s a busy time as it’s summer in the northern hemisphere. With temperatures now in the low 20s, July is the coldest month of the year in Mauritius.

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Clear blue skies and dry days are the norm. Winds continue to affect beaches on the south and east coasts, so resorts on the north and west coasts are popular. The winds cause good swells making it an excellent time to surf.

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By the middle of the month, the trade winds quieten. Warm daytime temperatures and dry days make this one of the best times to travel to Mauritius. The holiday crowds leave. Festivals add flavour to the atmosphere of the islands. 

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October is one of the driest months of the year, and warm land and sea conditions make October the perfect time to visit Mauritius. The peak tourist season is yet to begin, so you can enjoy the island’s beautiful beaches and other attractions amid peaceful surroundings.

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Temperatures and humidity levels rise. It is still a dry period, though the islands see an uptick in rainfall levels by the end of the month. It’s the last quiet month before the holiday crowds from colder climates come seeking year-end sun, sand, and surf.

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Summer is here, and so is the wet season. But the occasional rain showers towards the end of the month don’t deter the crowds that arrive to ring in the New Year. Book in advance if you want to visit during the second half of the month.