Over the past decade (2015–2024), Mauritius has experienced a transition in weather patterns during April, moving from the hot, wet season towards cooler and drier conditions.
General Weather Conditions:
- April marks a transition from the hot, wet season to cooler and drier conditions in Mauritius.
- Rainfall decreases compared to previous months, with regions receiving between 100 mm (3.9 inches) to 150 mm (5.9 inches).
- Temperatures begin to cool, especially in higher-altitude areas like Curepipe.
- Humidity levels decrease slightly but remain relatively high, contributing to the overall warmth.
- Sea temperatures remain warm, averaging around 27°C (81°F), making it comfortable for swimming and other water activities.
- Sunshine hours are substantial, providing ample daylight for outdoor activities.
Here’s a regional overview:
Port Louis (Northwest Coast):
- Temperature: Average highs around 28°C (82°F) and lows near 22°C (72°F).
- Rainfall: Approximately 110 mm (4.3 inches) over about 9 days.
- Humidity: Relative humidity averages 75%.
- Sea Temperature: Around 27°C (81°F), suitable for aquatic activities.
- Sunshine: Typically 7 hours of sunshine daily.
- UV Index: Moderate, with an average maximum UV index of 10.
Curepipe (Central Plateau):
- Temperature: Average highs around 24°C (75°F) and lows near 18°C (64°F).
- Rainfall: Higher precipitation with about 150 mm (5.9 inches) over 12 days.
- Humidity: Relative humidity stands at 80%.
- Sunshine: Approximately 6 hours of sunshine daily.
Mahebourg (Southeast Coast):
- Temperature: Average highs around 27°C (81°F) and lows near 21°C (70°F).
- Rainfall: Experiences rainfall totaling 120 mm (4.7 inches) over 10 days in April.
- Humidity: Relative humidity averages 78%.
- Sunshine: Typically 7 hours of sunshine daily.
- Sea Temperature: Around 27°C (81°F), ideal for water activities.
Souillac (South Coast):
- Temperature: Average highs around 26°C (79°F) and lows near 20°C (68°F).
- Rainfall: April sees about 130 mm (5.1 inches) of rainfall over 11 days.
- Humidity: Relative humidity averages 77%.
- Sunshine: Typically 6.5 hours of sunshine daily.
- Sea Temperature: Around 27°C (81°F).
Tamarin (West Coast):
- Temperature: Average highs around 28°C (82°F) and lows near 22°C (72°F).
- Rainfall: April receives approximately 100 mm (3.9 inches) over 8 days.
- Humidity: Relative humidity averages 74%.
- Sunshine: Typically 7.5 hours of sunshine daily.
- Sea Temperature: Around 27°C (81°F).
Plaine Magnien (Southeast):
- Temperature: Average highs around 27°C (81°F) and lows near 21°C (70°F).
- Rainfall: April sees about 115 mm (4.5 inches) of rainfall over 10 days.
- Humidity: Relative humidity averages 78%.
- Sunshine: Typically 7 hours of sunshine daily.
- Sea Temperature: Around 27°C (81°F).
Flic en Flac (West Coast):
- Temperature: Average highs around 28°C (82°F); lows near 23°C (73°F).
- Rainfall: Approximately 100 mm (3.9 inches) over 10 days.
- Humidity: Around 75%.
- Sea Temperature: Approximately 27°C (81°F).
- Sunshine: Averages 8 hours per day.
- UV Index: High, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
Trou aux Biches (North):
- Temperature: Average highs around 28°C (82°F); lows near 23°C (73°F).
- Rainfall: Approximately 90 mm (3.5 inches) over 9 days.
- Humidity: Around 75%.
- Sea Temperature: Approximately 27°C (81°F).
- Sunshine: Averages 8 hours per day.
- UV Index: High, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
Grand Bay (North):
- Temperature: Average highs around 28°C (82°F); lows near 23°C (73°F).
- Rainfall: Approximately 95 mm (3.7 inches) over 9 days.
- Humidity: Around 75%.
- Sea Temperature: Approximately 27°C (81°F).
- Sunshine: Averages 8 hours per day.
- UV Index: High, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
Le Morne (South)
- Temperature: Average highs around 26°C (79°F) and lows near 20°C (68°F).
- Rainfall: April sees about 130 mm (5.1 inches) of rainfall over 11 days.
- Humidity: Relative humidity averages 77%.
- Sunshine: Typically 6.5 hours of sunshine daily.
- Sea Temperature: Around 27°C (81°F).
Belle Mare (Eastcoast):
- Temperature: Average high: 26.9°C (80.4°F), Average low: 24.5°C (76.1°F)
- Rainfall: Total precipitation: Approximately 168mm (6.61 inches). Number of rainfall days: Around 19.6 days
- Humidity: Approximately 79%
- Sea Temperature: Approximately 27°C (81°F)
- Sunshine: Average of 11 hours of daylight per day
- UV Index: Average daily maximum UV index: 6 (High)
While specific year-to-year variations exist, these patterns provide a general overview of April weather across Mauritius’s regions over the past decade.
April
| Location | Avg. High Temp (°C/°F) | Avg. Low Temp (°C/°F) | Avg. Rainfall (mm) | Avg. Sea Temp (°C/°F) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flic en Flac | 28 / 82 | 22 / 72 | 108 | 26 / 79 |
| Tamarin | 28 / 82 | 22 / 72 | 108 | 26 / 79 |
| Grand Baie | 28 / 82 | 22 / 72 | 108 | 26 / 79 |
| Le Morne | 28 / 82 | 22 / 72 | 108 | 26 / 79 |
| Belle Mare | 28 / 82 | 22 / 72 | 108 | 26 / 79 |
| Blue Bay | 28 / 82 | 22 / 72 | 108 | 26 / 79 |
| Trou aux Biches | 28 / 82 | 22 / 72 | 108 | 26 / 79 |
| For Comparison | ||||
| London | 13 / 56 | 5 / 41 | 54 | – |
| New York | 15 / 59 | 5 / 41 | 104 | 8 / 46 |
| Paris | 14 / 57 | 5 / 41 | 54 | – |
| Sydney | 22 / 72 | 14 / 57 | 127 | 22 / 72 |
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