Climate of Port Louis, Mauritius
Area-weighted average across Port Louis. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Port Louis, a subdivision of Mauritius, has a tropical climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 20.8°C / 69.4°F in August to 26°C / 78.8°F in February, with rainfall from 54 mm / 2.1 in to 268 mm / 10.6 in depending on the season (1651 mm / 65 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25.9°C78.6°F | 244 mm9.6″ | Tropical |
| February | 26°C78.8°F | 268 mm10.6″ | Tropical |
| March | 25.7°C78.3°F | 215 mm8.5″ | Tropical |
| April | 24.8°C76.6°F | 192 mm7.6″ | Tropical |
| May | 23.3°C73.9°F | 131 mm5.2″ | Tropical |
| June | 21.7°C71.1°F | 82 mm3.2″ | — |
| July | 20.9°C69.6°F | 87 mm3.4″ | — |
| August | 20.8°C69.4°F | 82 mm3.2″ | — |
| September | 21.3°C70.3°F | 54 mm2.1″ | — |
| October | 22.5°C72.5°F | 56 mm2.2″ | — |
| November | 23.8°C74.8°F | 74 mm2.9″ | — |
| December | 25.1°C77.2°F | 166 mm6.5″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Port Louis?
Port Louis, Mauritius does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is February at 26°C / 78.8°F, and the driest is September at 54 mm / 2.1 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Port Louis?
Port Louis, Mauritius has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 20.8°C / 69.4°F in August to 26°C / 78.8°F in February. Annual rainfall averages about 1651 mm / 65 in, with the wettest month being February (268 mm / 10.6 in) and the driest September (54 mm / 2.1 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Port Louis?
The hottest month in Port Louis is February, with an area-wide average temperature of 26°C / 78.8°F.
What is the coldest month in Port Louis?
The coldest month in Port Louis is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 20.8°C / 69.4°F.
When does it rain most in Port Louis?
The wettest month in Port Louis is February, averaging about 268 mm / 10.6 in of rainfall. The driest is September with about 54 mm / 2.1 in.