What to expect in Mauritius in February
February is usually the wrong time for Mauritius: 30° / 23°. Consider May · June instead.
Mauritius weather in February
Typical conditions in Mauritius during February, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 30°C 86°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 23°C 73°F |
| Rainfall | Wet 60/100 |
| Total rainfall | 267 mm10.5 in |
| Rainy days | 16 |
| Sea temperature | 28°C 82°F |
| Daylight | 12 h 46 min |
| How it feels | Hot — midday shade matters |
Rainfall figures are for Plaisance.
Average highs sit around 30°C with lows near 23°C. Expect a fair amount of rain, so plan indoor backups.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are Moderate for Mauritius — manageable crowds at the big attractions.
Prices & value
This month counts as shoulder season: prices close to the yearly average.
What to pack
Lightweight, breathable clothes, strong sun protection and a refillable bottle — highs near 30°C make midday heat the main constraint. Add a compact rain shell and shoes you do not mind soaking; this is one of the wetter months.
What it costs
Costs in February sit around the yearly average for Mauritius — neither a bargain nor a squeeze. Booking a few weeks out is usually enough. Compared with the most expensive month of the year, you are looking at roughly 27% less.
Who this month suits
- Anyone travelling on a budget
- Visitors who want to catch a festival
Events & what’s on
Look out for Cavadee, Chinese Spring Festival while you’re there.
- Cavadee — Tamil Hindu devotees pierce their skin with skewers and carry decorated kavadi frames in procession.
- Chinese Spring Festival — Lion dances and firecrackers fill Port Louis's Chinatown for the lunar new year.
Mauritius in February compared with nearby months
If your dates are flexible by a few weeks, this is what shifting them actually buys you.
| Month | Temp | Crowds | Price | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| December | 29° / 22° | High | $$$ | 44 |
| January | 30° / 23° | High | $$ | 44 |
| February · This month | 30° / 23° | Moderate | $$ | 53 |
| March | 29° / 23° | Moderate | $$ | 58 |
| April | 28° / 21° | Moderate | $$ | 58 |
These months score higher for Mauritius on the same blend of weather, crowds and price. Same destination, better odds.
Or go somewhere else in February
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in February.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated October 2026
