This page covers a single month. To compare the whole year, see our guide to the best time to visit Mauritius.
Mauritius in February is the heart of the southern-hemisphere summer: around 31 °C (88 °F) in the afternoon and 24 °C (75 °F) at night in Port Louis, a very warm sea, but also the wettest month (160 mm (6.3 in)) and well inside the tropical cyclone season. Verdict: with reservations. Possible, if you accept the risk of a few days of bad weather.
A cyclone does not hit Mauritius every year, but a close pass can bring several days of rain and wind. The rest of the time it is hot and humid, and showers are often short and late in the day.
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Mauritius in February: key facts
- Port Louis: average maximum 31.4 °C (89 °F) and minimum 24.0 °C (75 °F)
- Rain: 160 mm (6.3 in), the wettest month on the north-west coast
- Cyclones: the season usually runs from November to May (UK FCDO)
- Sea: among the warmest of the year
- Central plateau: much wetter
- Winter school holidays in Europe and North America: prices rise
What is the weather like in Mauritius in February?
| Month (Port Louis) | Max | Min | Rain | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31.5 °C (89 °F) | 24.1 °C (75 °F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) | ⚠️ Very hot, humid |
| February | 31.4 °C (89 °F) | 24.0 °C (75 °F) | 160 mm (6.3 in) | ⚠️ Cyclone season |
| March | 31.5 °C (89 °F) | 23.8 °C (75 °F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | ⚠️ Cyclones possible |
Port Louis, on the sheltered north-west coast, is representative of the beaches of the west and north (Flic en Flac, Grand Baie, Trou aux Biches). The central plateau is much wetter: in Vacoas, 314 mm (12.4 in) falls in January according to the 1991-2020 normals (NOAA, based on WMO data). The east coast (Belle Mare, Trou d’Eau Douce) gets the trade winds, which temper the heat in summer. We do not publish a sea temperature for Mauritius, for lack of an official source. For the previous month, see our page the weather in Mauritius in January.
Cyclones in February: how to plan
According to the UK FCDO (GOV.UK, updated 19 October 2026), the tropical cyclone season in Mauritius usually runs from November to May. During a cyclone you are not allowed to leave your accommodation, and car insurance policies often become invalid.
- Follow the bulletins of Mauritius Meteorological Services, which has a system of phased warnings, and respect the instructions during an alert.
- Take travel insurance covering cancellation or postponement due to a cyclone.
- Keep some flexibility in your programme, especially for boat excursions.
- Choose a hotel where you can spend a pleasant day if it rains.
Things to do in Mauritius in February
- The beach and the lagoon: west and north coasts, the driest.
- Diving and snorkelling, often with clear water between showers (Blue Bay, Trou aux Biches, Flic en Flac).
- Big-game fishing, with a season running from October to April (west coast).
- The waterfalls of Chamarel and the Black River Gorges, well fed; avoid slippery trails after heavy rain.
- Port Louis and its market.
Less suitable: whale watching (July to October or so) and long hikes, more pleasant in the dry season. Since whales and hikes are more enjoyable in the dry season, the weather in Mauritius in October helps you schedule those activities at the right time.
Events in Mauritius in February
1 February commemorates the abolition of slavery (public holiday). Chinese New Year falls on 6 February in 2027 and is celebrated mainly in the Chinese quarter of Port Louis. Thaipoosam Cavadee (January or February) and Maha Shivaratri, with the pilgrimage to Grand Bassin (February or March), follow lunar calendars: check the dates with the Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority. The following month is covered on our page the weather in Mauritius in March.
Crowds and prices in February
Crowds are moderate, but winter school holidays in Europe and North America push prices up: book 4 to 6 months ahead for those dates. Outside holidays, February can be cheaper than the dry season, in exchange for the weather risk.
What to pack for Mauritius in February
- Very light, breathable clothes
- A light raincoat
- Sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses
- Mosquito repellent: the UK FCDO lists dengue and chikungunya among the health risks in Mauritius
- Water shoes for coral seabeds
- Entry formalities depend on your nationality: see our page on the entry requirements for Mauritius
Where to stay in Mauritius in February
In the southern summer, the west and north-west (Flic en Flac, Tamarin, Le Morne) and the north (Grand Baie, Trou aux Biches) are the driest, and the lagoons there are generally calm. The east coast (Belle Mare, Trou d’Eau Douce) is windier, which makes the heat more bearable; it is also the departure point for Île aux Cerfs. The wild south and the central plateau, which are wetter, are best visited for the day.
For a week, a single base is often enough: the island is about 60 km (37 mi) from north to south. For ten days or more, two hotels on different coasts let you vary the scenery and adapt to the wind.
Normals or forecasts: how to read these figures
The temperatures and rainfall totals on this page are climate normals: averages calculated over several decades by official weather services. They show what is usual for the month, not the weather you will get during your stay. A given year can be hotter, cooler, drier or wetter, and a month’s rain can fall on just a few days. To prepare your trip, use the normals to choose the period and the region; in the week before departure, check the forecasts of the national weather service and adapt your programme day by day, keeping fallback activities for less favourable days.
If February does not suit you
April marks the end of the rainy season, with a sea that is still warm: see Mauritius in April. In the southern winter, dry and cooler: Mauritius in August.
To avoid the cyclone season in February: the Maldives, Sri Lanka or Guadeloupe. All our ideas: where to go in February. And to plan your stay: our Mauritius travel guide.
Frequently asked questions
Is the weather good in Mauritius in February?
It is very hot (31 °C, 88 °F, in the afternoon in Port Louis), but it is the wettest month (160 mm (6.3 in)) and within the cyclone season. Sunshine alternates with stormy showers.
Are there cyclones in Mauritius in February?
According to the UK FCDO (GOV.UK), the tropical cyclone season usually runs from November to May, so February is within it. Not every year is affected, but a nearby cyclone can disrupt several days.
Which coast should you choose in February?
The west and north-west are the driest. The east coast benefits from the trade winds, which cool the air.
Is February an expensive month for Mauritius?
Winter school holidays in Europe and North America push prices up. Outside holidays, rates can be gentler, with a weather risk.
What festivals are there in Mauritius in February?
1 February (abolition of slavery), Chinese New Year (6 February in 2027) and, depending on the year, Thaipoosam Cavadee and Maha Shivaratri.
Our sources
- World Meteorological Organization (World Weather Information Service): Port Louis normals
- NOAA / WMO: 1991-2020 normals for Vacoas
- Mauritius Meteorological Services: cyclone warnings and bulletins
- Safety and health information read on 26 October 2026: UK FCDO, foreign travel advice for Mauritius (GOV.UK, updated 19 October 2026)
- Our methodology
Updated November 2026.