Grand Baie Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Grand Baie’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in Mauritius.
Monthly Temperature Averages
The temperature in Grand Baie changes very little across the seasons, maintaining a similar climate throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 29°C in February, the warmest time of the year, to a comfortable 24°C during cooler months like August. At night, minimum temperatures typically average around 21°C during these months.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Grand Baie by month:
The lowest temperatures typically occur between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the peak temperatures are generally observed around 3 PM, when the sun's heating is most intense. February, the city’s warmest month, enjoys 224 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
August, the city’s coldest month, sees about 28 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 15 days. It records 219 hours of sunshine of sunshine.
Annual Temperatures in Mauritius Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across Mauritius. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Grand Baie Temperatures Compared World Wide
Grand Baie’s average annual maximum temperature is 27°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual temperature is around 21°C, resulting in warm summers and mild winters throughout the year.
In contrast, in ReykjavÃk, Iceland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 9°C, with mild summers and cold winters.
In Shanghai, China, the annual average temperature is 21°C, offering warm summers and mild winters.
Melbourne, Australia, has a slightly cooler climate, with an average annual temperature of 20°C.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Effects of Temperature on Weather and Climate
Temperature variations influence precipitation patterns in Amsterdam:
Rainfall: Warm air holds more moisture, leading to heavier rain during warmer months. However, precipitation is generally moderate year-round.
Snow: Occasional snowfall occurs in winter, though it rarely lasts very long.
For more detailed information about Grand Baie’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Grand Baie climate page.
Current temperature in Grand Baie
