Mauritius - Climate and when to go to Mauritius

Climate

Mauritius experiences a hot, humid summer from December to April and a cooler, drier period from May to November. On the coast, temperatures range from 25°C to 33°C in summer and 18°C to 24°C in winter. On the plateau, it will be somewhat cooler. The highlands are also the wettest part of the island. Due to southeasterly winds, the east coast is slightly cooler and wetter than the west. These winds are strongest during July and August - it can be windy on the east coast, though the breeze is lovely in the summer.  

When to go

Mauritius enjoys a typically tropical climate with year-round heat, although the southeast trade winds make sure it's not too hot. The best months to visit Mauritius are from May to early December. Hardly a week goes by in Mauritius without some celebration. On Rodrigues, the main cultural event is the Festival Kréol, which takes place over three days at the end of October. Apart from the Christmas-New Year peak, Mauritius doesn't really have high and low seasons.