Weather in Mauritius

About Mauritius

Mauritius is the Indian Ocean at its most refined. The lagoon beaches ringed by coral reefs are among the finest in the world. The island punches well above its weight on food, blending Creole, Indian, Chinese, and French influences. The luxury hotel scene is world-class.

Country

Mauritius

Best months to visit

Year-round

Currency

MUR

Language

English / French / Creole

Things to do in Mauritius

Lagoon beach days Snorkelling and diving Chamarel Coloured Earths Rum tasting Underwater waterfall Le Morne peninsula

Weather by month

Click any month for detailed weather information and travel tips.

January

26C

Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.

February

26C

Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.

March

26C

Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.

April

25C

Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.

May

23C

Mild and comfortable, with regular rainfall.

June

21C

Mild and comfortable, with regular rainfall.

July

20C

Mild and comfortable, with frequent heavy rain.

August

21C

Mild and comfortable, with regular rainfall.

September

21C

Mild and comfortable, with regular rainfall.

October

23C

Mild and comfortable, with regular rainfall.

November

25C

Warm and pleasant, with regular rainfall.

December

26C

Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.

Mauritius is the standard by which Indian Ocean island perfection is measured — the lagoon waters shift from pale turquoise in the shallows to deep cobalt at the reef edge, the interiors blend Afro-Creole, Indian, and French cultural influences into one of the most fascinating small-island societies on earth, and the Black River Gorges rainforest harbours endemic birds found nowhere else. It's genuinely romantic, almost implausibly beautiful, and the food — from curried vindaye to mine frites — is excellent.

Best areas to stay in Mauritius

Le Morne Peninsula

The island's most spectacular southwest corner — the iconic Le Morne Brabant mountain, the world's best kite-surfing conditions, and some of Mauritius' finest luxury resorts.

Grand Baie & North

The most developed tourist area — vibrant restaurants, water sports, boat trips to northern islands, and the most accessible coral reef snorkelling from the shore.

Flic en Flac

A popular west coast beach town with calm lagoon water, excellent dive sites, and a good range of accommodation from guesthouses to large hotels.

Blue Bay

Mauritius' finest marine park — a shallow lagoon of extraordinary clarity with some of the best coral reef snorkelling in the Indian Ocean, protected from development.

Getting to Mauritius

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Flights

Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) is served by Air Mauritius and British Airways with direct flights from London Heathrow; also reachable via Dubai, Doha, and Johannesburg.

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From London

~12 hours direct from London

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Getting around

Hire car is the best way to explore the island's interior and different coastlines; taxis are widely available but negotiate fares beforehand; buses are cheap but slow and infrequent outside main routes.

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Mauritius?

May to December is the dry season and most popular visiting period — low humidity, clear skies, and light trade winds ideal for watersports. January to March is cyclone season with higher rainfall, though the island is still generally sunny outside storm periods.

Do UK citizens need a visa for Mauritius?

No — UK passport holders do not require a visa for stays up to 90 days. A return ticket and proof of accommodation will be requested on arrival.

Which side of Mauritius is best for beaches?

The west coast (Flic en Flac, Le Morne) has the calmest lagoon waters and best sunset views — ideal for swimming and watersports. The east coast (Belle Mare, Palmar) has more dramatic wave action and beautiful uncrowded beaches.

Is Mauritius only for honeymooners?

While it's a classic honeymoon destination, Mauritius works beautifully for families, divers, and active travellers. The compact size means day trips combine easily — Blue Bay Marine Park snorkelling, Chamarel Coloured Earths, and Pamplemousses Botanical Garden are all accessible from any base.

What is the food like in Mauritius?

The Mauritian cuisine is a fascinating Indian-French-Creole-Chinese hybrid — dholl puri flatbreads for breakfast, vindaye fish curry, and mine frites noodles are street food staples. The seafood is exceptional and remarkably affordable at local restaurants.

Traveler reviews

★★★★★

Mauritius is the most beautiful island I've ever visited — the lagoon at Le Morne is other-worldly in its colour and stillness. The cultural mix of the island makes it fascinating beyond just beach lounging; the street food markets in Port Louis were fantastic.

Claire P. · August 2024

★★★★★

We stayed at a small guesthouse in Flic en Flac and had the most wonderful week — incredible diving on the west coast coral walls, incredible fresh seafood every evening, and the locals were genuinely some of the warmest we've encountered anywhere.

James H. · October 2023

★★★★★

Blue Bay Marine Park snorkelling was extraordinary — took a glass-bottomed boat out and then snorkelled for hours above pristine coral with sea turtles. The Chamarel Coloured Earths and rum distillery tour made for a perfect inland day.

Nicole F. · June 2024