Mauritius · May
Low seasonMauritius · Africa
Max Temp
27.1°C
Min Temp
21.7°C
Sunshine
7.4 h/day
Rain Days
10 days
Water Temp
26.4°C
Rainfall
124.6 mm
Humidity
78%
Avg Temp
24.3°C
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
May in Mauritius is generally manageable, but with 10 rain days it's not a reliably sunny month. Better conditions can be found in September, October, November, and December.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 27°C, cooling to 22°C at night (daily average: 24°C). The sun shines an average of 7 hours per day; there are 10 rain days with 125 mm total. The water is a warm 26°C — perfect for snorkelling and swimming.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed at this time of year without the heat.
Mauritius in der Trockenzeit: Kühl (20–25°C), wenig Regen, kristallklares Meer — beste Bedingungen für Tauchen und Schnorcheln. Diwali im Oktober/November leuchtet die gesamte Insel in Öllämpchen.
Packing list for Mauritius in May
- T-Shirts und kurze Hosen
- Badezeug und Strandtuch
- Sonnencreme LSF 50
- Sonnenbrille
- Sonnenhut
- Leichter Regenschirm oder Regenponcho
- Insektenschutzmittel
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is May a good time to visit Mauritius?
- May is not an optimal month for Mauritius (Score: 72/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider September, October, November, and December.
- How warm is it in Mauritius in May?
- In May, Mauritius sees daily highs of 27°C. Nights cool to 22°C, with a daily average of 24°C.
- How much rain falls in Mauritius in May?
- In May, Mauritius receives an average of 125 mm of rain over 10 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Mauritius get in May?
- Mauritius averages 7 sunshine hours per day in May — close to the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Mauritius in May?
- Water temperature in Mauritius in May averages 26°C — ideal for swimming and snorkelling.
