Over the past decade (2015–2024), Mauritius has experienced its winter season during July, characterized by cooler and relatively dry conditions.
General Weather conditions:
- July is within the winter season in Mauritius, bringing cooler and drier conditions.
- Rainfall is relatively low, with regions receiving between 45 mm (1.8 inches) to 80 mm (3.1 inches).
- Temperatures are cooler, especially in higher-altitude areas like Curepipe.
- Humidity levels are moderate, contributing to the overall mildness.
- Sea temperatures remain warm, averaging around 24°C (75°F), making it comfortable for swimming and other water activities.
- Sunshine hours are moderate, providing adequate daylight for outdoor activities.
Here’s an overview of the typical weather patterns across various regions:
Port Louis (Northwest Coast):
- Temperature: Average highs around 24°C (75°F) and lows near 18°C (64°F).
- Rainfall: Approximately 50 mm (2 inches) over about 6 days.
- Humidity: Relative humidity averages 70%.
- Sea Temperature: Around 24°C (75°F), suitable for aquatic activities.
- Sunshine: Typically 6 hours of sunshine daily.
- UV Index: Moderate, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
Curepipe (Central Plateau):
- Temperature: Average highs around 20°C (68°F) and lows near 14°C (57°F).
- Rainfall: Higher precipitation with about 80 mm (3.1 inches) over 8 days.
- Humidity: Relative humidity stands at 75%.
- Sunshine: Approximately 5 hours of sunshine daily.
Mahebourg (Southeast Coast):
- Temperature: Average highs around 23°C (73°F) and lows near 17°C (63°F).
- Rainfall: Experiences rainfall totaling 60 mm (2.4 inches) over 7 days in July.
- Humidity: Relative humidity averages 72%.
- Sunshine: Typically 5.5 hours of sunshine daily.
- Sea Temperature: Around 24°C (75°F), ideal for water activities.
Souillac (South Coast):
- Temperature: Average highs around 22°C (72°F) and lows near 16°C (61°F).
- Rainfall: July sees about 70 mm (2.8 inches) of rainfall over 7 days.
- Humidity: Relative humidity averages 71%.
- Sunshine: Typically 5.5 hours of sunshine daily.
- Sea Temperature: Around 24°C (75°F).
Tamarin (West Coast):
- Temperature: Average highs around 24°C (75°F) and lows near 18°C (64°F).
- Rainfall: July receives approximately 45 mm (1.8 inches) over 5 days.
- Humidity: Relative humidity averages 69%.
- Sunshine: Typically 6.5 hours of sunshine daily.
- Sea Temperature: Around 24°C (75°F).
Plaine Magnien (Southeast):
- Temperature: Average highs around 23°C (73°F) and lows near 17°C (63°F).
- Rainfall: July sees about 55 mm (2.2 inches) of rainfall over 6 days.
- Humidity: Relative humidity averages 72%.
- Sunshine: Typically 5.5 hours of sunshine daily.
- Sea Temperature: Around 24°C (75°F).
Flic en Flac (West Coast):
- Temperature: Average highs around 23.6°C (74.5°F); lows near 21.3°C (70.3°F).
- Rainfall: Approximately 16mm (0.63 inches).
- Humidity: Around 74%.
- Sea Temperature: Approximately 24°C (75°F).
- Sunshine: Averages 7 hours per day.
- UV Index: High, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
Trou aux Biches (North):
- Temperature: Average highs around 23.6°C (74.5°F); lows near 21.3°C (70.3°F).
- Rainfall: Approximately 16mm (0.63 inches).
- Humidity: Around 74%.
- Sea Temperature: Approximately 24°C (75°F).
- Sunshine: Averages 7 hours per day.
- UV Index: High, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
Grand Bay (North):
- Temperature: Average highs around 23.6°C (74.5°F); lows near 21.3°C (70.3°F).
- Rainfall: Approximately 16mm (0.63 inches).
- Humidity: Around 74%.
- Sea Temperature: Approximately 24°C (75°F).
- Sunshine: Averages 7 hours per day.
- UV Index: High, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
Le Morne (South)
- Temperature: Average highs around 22°C (72°F) and lows near 16°C (61°F).
- Rainfall: July sees about 70 mm (2.8 inches) of rainfall over 7 days.
- Humidity: Relative humidity averages 71%.
- Sunshine: Typically 5.5 hours of sunshine daily.
- Sea Temperature: Around 24°C (75°F).
Belle Mare (Eastcoast):
- Temperature: Average high: 23.3°C (73.9°F), Average low: 21.3°C (70.3°F)
- Rainfall: Total precipitation: Approximately 184mm (7.24 inches). Number of rainfall days: Around 15 days
- Humidity: Approximately 74%
- Sea Temperature: Approximately 24°C (76°F)
- Sunshine: Average of 6 hours of
While specific year-to-year variations exist, these patterns provide a general overview of July weather across Mauritius’s regions over the past decade.
July
| Location | Avg. High Temp (°C/°F) | Avg. Low Temp (°C/°F) | Avg. Rainfall (mm) | Avg. Sea Temp (°C/°F) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flic en Flac | 23 / 73 | 18 / 64 | 58 | 23 / 73 |
| Tamarin | 23 / 73 | 18 / 64 | 58 | 23 / 73 |
| Grand Baie | 23 / 73 | 18 / 64 | 58 | 23 / 73 |
| Le Morne | 23 / 73 | 18 / 64 | 58 | 23 / 73 |
| Belle Mare | 23 / 73 | 18 / 64 | 58 | 23 / 73 |
| Blue Bay | 23 / 73 | 18 / 64 | 58 | 23 / 73 |
| Trou aux Biches | 23 / 73 | 18 / 64 | 58 | 23 / 73 |
| For Comparison | ||||
| London | 22 / 72 | 13 / 56 | 59 | – |
| New York | 29 / 84 | 19 / 66 | 112 | 24 / 75 |
| Paris | 24 / 75 | 14 / 57 | 64 | – |
| Sydney | 16 / 61 | 8 / 46 | 97 | 18 / 64 |
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