2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Mauritius in March

It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.

Climate Overview

March is a wet time to visit Mauritius. Mauritius has a Tropical climate with average yearly highs of 29°C, lows of 25°C, and approximately 24 rainy days per month.

Avg High

29°C

Avg Low

25°C

Rainy days

24days

Daylight

12.2h

Is March a good time to visit Mauritius?

It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.

Daylight

Sunrise

6:13 AM

Sunset

6:27 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 29°C 24°C 28 Wet
February 30°C 25°C 13 Wet
March 29°C 25°C 24 Wet
April 28°C 23°C 13 Wet
May 27°C 22°C 4 Excellent (best)
June 25°C 20°C 6 Excellent (best)
July 25°C 20°C 3 Excellent (best)
August 25°C 19°C 2 Excellent (best)
September 26°C 20°C 7 Excellent (best)
October 28°C 21°C 7 Excellent (best)
November 28°C 21°C 9 Excellent (best)
December 30°C 23°C 16 Wet

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for March

Humidity-wicking clothes, insect repellent, waterproof bag, and rain poncho.

Climate: Tropical
Travel Context Expect humidity and afternoon showers—plan flexible days.

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Common Questions

Is March a good time to visit Mauritius? +

March is typically Wet for visiting Mauritius, with average highs of 29°C and around 24 rainy days.

What should I pack for Mauritius in March? +

With highs of 29°C and lows of 25°C in {month}, we recommend: Humidity-wicking clothes, insect repellent, waterproof bag, and rain poncho.

Does it rain a lot in Mauritius in March? +

Mauritius typically sees around 24 rainy days in March.

How many hours of daylight are there in Mauritius in March? +

In March, Mauritius gets approximately 12.2 hours of daylight per day.

Is March peak season in Mauritius? +

No, March is not peak season in Mauritius. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.

What is the best month to visit Mauritius? +

The best months to visit Mauritius are May, June, July, August, September, October, November, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Indian/Mauritius)

Last Updated: January 2026

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March

29° / 25°
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