Environment & Climate

Nestled near the Tropic of Capricorn, Mauritius is an exotic island with a tropical climate year round. There are only two seasons namely Summer and Winter.

Summer
November to April

35°C

Coastal max

28°C

Central Plateau

26-30°C

Sea Temperature

Sunrise 5:00 am - 5:45 am - Sunset 7:00 pm
In summer, the maximum temperature can rise to 35 °C on the coastal regions while up to 28 °C on the Central Plateau. The average sea water temperature is between 26 °C to 30 °C. The warmest months are December, January and February. January to March are also considered the wettest months due to the high temperatures and humidity.

Winter
June to September

27°C

Coast Day

19°C

Coast Night

22-25°C

Sea Temperature

Sunrise 6:30 am - Sunset 6:00 pm

In winter, the temperature varies during the day and night. On the coast, on a sunny day it can be up to 27 °C and at night it falls to 19°C. While on the Central Plateau, it can be 19°C during the day to 12°C at night. The days are also shorter with the average seawater temperature between 22 °C to 25°C.

A Changing Climate

While Mauritius does enjoy equatorial weather, the global impact of climate change has not left the island immune to its effects. Over the years unexpected heavy rainfall, low and high heat temperatures have been recorded throughout the island. Sudden weather changes can occur.

Undeniably, with such temperatures, Mauritius is a captivating destination with holiday vibes all year long with diverse activities tailored for each season and weather.