Mauritius in February
Peak cyclone risk
By Daan · Last reviewed October 2026
The short answer
February is a below-average month in Mauritius.
February sits in the peak of cyclone risk, with heavy rain and humid weather.
February in detail
What February actually feels like
- Weather
- 24–31°C
- Hot, humid and wet.
- Crowds
- Low-Moderate
- Fairly relaxed, with busier moments at the headline sights.
- Prices
- $$$
- Mid-range hotel rates.
+Lush scenery and low prices.
–Heavy rain and cyclone risk.
My tip for February
Choose a resort with indoor facilities and flexible bookings.
- Spas
- Culture
- Lagoon swimming
How February compares
Against the other eleven months
10th of 12 overall in Mauritius, 12th for weather, 1st for space, 1st for value. It is the emptiest month of the year; and it's also the best value.
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What’s on in Mauritius in February
- Cyclone season
- The highest risk is between January and March; take flexible bookings.
- Maha Shivaratri
- A major Hindu pilgrimage to Grand Bassin; dates follow the lunar calendar.
November–April
February or March
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Weather
Weather in Mauritius in February
In February Mauritius averages a high of 31°C (88°F) and a low of 24°C (75°F), with about 160 mm of rain or snow over 10 wet days. The warmest month is January (around 32°C) and the coolest is July (around 27°C); the wettest month is February.
- Average high
- 31°C
- 88°F
- Average low
- 24°C
- 75°F
- Precipitation
- 160 mm
- Wet days
- 10
Climate data: World Meteorological Organization (Port Louis station). Temperatures are averages of daily highs and lows.
Quick answers
Mauritius in February: the questions people ask
- Is February a good time to visit Mauritius?
- February is a below-average month in Mauritius. It ranks 10 of 12 months in Mauritius overall (12 for weather, 1 for space, 1 for value). The main upside: Lush scenery and low prices. The main downside: Heavy rain and cyclone risk.
- What is the weather like in Mauritius in February?
- Average highs are around 31°C and lows around 24°C. Expect about 160 mm of rain or snow over roughly 10 wet days. Hot, humid and wet. For comparison, the warmest month is January (around 32°C) and the coolest is July (around 27°C).
- Is Mauritius crowded in February?
- Crowds are low-moderate. Fairly relaxed, with busier moments at the headline sights. February is the quietest month of the year.
- How expensive is Mauritius in February?
- Prices are at level 3 of 5 ($$$). Mid-range hotel rates. February is also the best-value month.
- When is the best time to visit Mauritius?
- In the CrowdFreeViews month scores, September is the best month overall (February ranks 10 of 12). The quietest month is February and the best value is February.
Still going to Mauritius in February?
Book early and plan around the busiest hours — heavy rain and cyclone risk.
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