What to expect in Mauritius in January
January is a mixed month in Mauritius. You get 30° / 23°, but the biggest crowds of the year. Worth it for the right traveller.
Mauritius weather in January
Typical conditions in Mauritius during January, 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 65/100 |
| Total rainfall | 237 mm9.3 in |
| Rainy days | 16 |
| Sea temperature | 28°C 82°F |
| Daylight | 13 h 13 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 High for Mauritius — the biggest crowds of the year.
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 January 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 7% less.
Who this month suits
- Anyone travelling on a budget
- Visitors who want to catch a festival
- Families tied to school holidays
Events & what’s on
Look out for Cavadee while you’re there.
- Cavadee — Tamil Hindu devotees pierce their skin with skewers and carry decorated kavadi frames in procession.
Mauritius in January 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| November | 27° / 20° | Moderate | $$ | 63 |
| December | 29° / 22° | High | $$$ | 44 |
| January · This month | 30° / 23° | High | $$ | 44 |
| February | 30° / 23° | Moderate | $$ | 53 |
| March | 29° / 23° | 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 January
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in January.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated October 2026
