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Mauritius Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Mauritius in May.

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Flic-en-Flac Grand Baie Port Mathurin Bel Ombre

Planning a trip to Mauritius this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Mauritius in May

May in Mauritius generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 27°C (81°F) and nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) in Flic-en-Flac.

For specific regional insights in Mauritius, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Pointe aux Cannoniers with an average of 43 mm (1.7 in) to moderate rainfall in Pointe d'Esny with 73 mm (2.9 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Flic-en-Flac enjoys about 250 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Mauritius - and find the best time to visit. (based on Flic-en-Flac)

January29°C (84°F) February29°C (84°F) March29°C (84°F) April29°C (84°F) May27°C (81°F) June26°C (79°F) This monthJuly25°C (77°F) August25°C (77°F) September25°C (77°F) October26°C (79°F) November28°C (82°F) December29°C (84°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Mauritius in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Mauritius.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Mauritius

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Mauritius?

Temperature range in Mauritius (May)

Precipitation variation in Mauritius (May)

Flic-en-Flac

In May Flic-en-Flac generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
241 hours
250 hours
211 hours
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
25 mm (1 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Flic-en-Flac →

Grand Baie

In May Grand Baie generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
241 hours
250 hours
211 hours
Monthly rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
26 mm (1 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Grand Baie →

Port Mathurin

In May Port Mathurin generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
244 hours
245 hours
221 hours
Monthly rainfall
99 mm (3.9 in)
50 mm (2 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Port Mathurin →

Bel Ombre

In May Bel Ombre generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
241 hours
250 hours
211 hours
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Bel Ombre →

Port Louis

In May Port Louis generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
241 hours
250 hours
211 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Port Louis →

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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Mauritius in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Flic-en-Flac 27°C (81°F) 23°C (73°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)
Grand Baie 27°C (81°F) 23°C (73°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Port Mathurin 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Bel Ombre 27°C (81°F) 23°C (73°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Port Louis 27°C (81°F) 23°C (73°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Curepipe 27°C (81°F) 22°C (72°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)

Mauritius weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Mauritius in May?

Expect excellent weather across Mauritius in May. The popular destination of Flic-en-Flac averages 27°C (81°F) by day and 23°C (73°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Mauritius in May?

Average temperatures in Mauritius during May range from a nighttime low near 23°C (73°F) to a daytime high around 27°C (81°F) in Flic-en-Flac.

Does Mauritius get a lot of rain in May?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Mauritius during May, with Flic-en-Flac averaging close to 43 mm (1.7 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Mauritius?

We believe that May is one of the best times to visit Mauritius with overall excellent weather in Flic-en-Flac. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December offering mostly excellent weather in Flic-en-Flac.

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