The weather on Mauritius determines of course the monsoon tropical climate, so in general, the seasons are divided into two - dry and wet. From November to April the month here there are prolonged rains here, and in June, winds are usually enhanced. Calendar summer time on this island is generally considered unfavorable for a beach holiday, but it is great for active pastime - kiting and surfing.
Well, the most comfortable time for recreation in Mauritius is traditionally considered the period from September to November. Also a huge flow of tourists seeks to the island in the Christmas and New Year holidays. The coolest month in Mauritius is August.
Spring months on Mauritius are notable for the fact that the weather during the day can change from four to five times. Because of this, not only a normal beach holiday is impossible, but even a visit to excursions. The most rainy is in fact march month, it rains go with a solid stream. But at the same time, the thermometer bar does not fall below the mark of +30 degrees.
Usually in March in Mauritius, the sacred Hindu holiday Maha Shivaratri is noted in Mauritius. Also, the 12 numbers can be viewed for the celebration of the Independence Day of Mauritius. April on the island is no less rainy month, but at the same time the average daily temperatures are lowered by two degrees. This month is celebrated at once a few holidays - Catholic Easter, Hindu New Year and Festival of Polat Holi.
With the onset of May month, rain stops, it becomes more dry and the season of marine fishing begins. This month, you can already calmly go on excursions and visit local attractions. And more interesting - May Day on Mauritius is celebrated.
Summer is a completely unfavorable period for rest and generally visiting Mauritius. Strong wind begin, and the air temperature drops to + 23 ... + 25 degrees. But stable winds create long and high waves, so experienced kite surfers and surfrs are tightened to the island.
With the arrival of June, winter begins in the southern hemisphere. The rains of course go, but in general they are minor. Just the same weather is characterized by July month. In August, it is even relatively cool, but it is getting closer to the dry season and therefore a significant flow of tourists come here, who are striving to catch the beaches of the island not yet completely clogged with numerous vacationers.
Autumn is unconditionally considered the best time to relax on Mauritius. During this period there is neither a rainstorm, nor heat or winds. And in general, the weather is favorable for any kind of rest. For all three months of rainy days, not more than a dozen will be scored. In September, the Catholic celebration of the day of pious Jeaca Desire and Hindu Ganesh Chaturi is celebrated.
October is considered the sweetest month on Mauritius, water is heated to comfortable +26 degrees, and air to +32 averages. But the most, of course, the main event of October of the month on the island is considered the wonderful Hindu holiday of lights and lights Dipali. In November, the average daily temperatures increase to +34 degrees, but this month closes the actual dry season. On November 1, a very colorful holiday of all saints is celebrated.
Winter months on Mauritius in principle are also well suited for a beach holiday, but only it is worth considering that the weather is still at this time standing overcast and sometimes happen short-term rains. On the eve of Christmas and New Year, a rather large number of tourists usually arrives at Mauritius. In general, we can say that December on the island is considered a velvet season, since the November heat already falls, and the water temperature still keeps at +28 degrees.
January days are characterized by the fact that after dinner occasionally, short-term rains occur, but they immediately replace themselves with bright sunny weather. But the february vacation is easier to spoil the rains going on in the morning. But as a rule, the sediments fall at the same time and therefore it is necessary to simply plan travel on excursions and rest on the beach.