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Port Louis weather in May (Mauritius)

Curious about the May weather in Port Louis? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In Port Louis the weather in May is generally perfect, characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 27°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 23°C.

Port Louis in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 49 mm for the month. Typically around 14 days of rainfall is expected.

The city usually sees around 250 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January and February tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Port Louis climate page with graphs.

 

Port Louis, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 23°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 47%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 49 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
SunshineSunshine 250 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Mauritius in May

Find out more about the weather in Mauritius in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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

So, what should you wear in Port Louis in May?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Barbeque
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

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