If you plan to visit Mauritius in February, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +28°C during the day and approximately 1 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 24 rainy days in the month and around 179 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
February is usually the wettest month of the year in Mauritius;
Average weather
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+28°C
Avg. max. temperature
+22°C
Min.
+32°C
Max.
179 mm
Total precipitation
83%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
1 ☀️
Sunny Days
1 ⛅️
Cloudy
24 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Mauritius has OK weather in February.
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Average temperature in Mauritius in February
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Mauritius for February based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +32°C during the day to a minimum of +23°C during the night, the temperature in February averages around +29°C.
The average maximum temperature goes down 33% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +30°C to +27°C.
Is Mauritius warm or cold in February?
Mauritius is typically warm in February.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +28°C to +28°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +25°C to +25°C.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
February is one of the warmest months in Mauritius, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Mauritius in February
Water in Mauritius in February is Very warm. It varies from +27°C to +29°C, with an average of +28°C.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +28°C.
The water temperature in February is one of the warmest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Mauritius are reached in March, when the average sea temperature rises to +28°C. The coldest water temperatures are in September, with an average of +23°C.
Can you swim in Mauritius in February?
You can definitely swim in Mauritius in February, the water is very warm (+28°C in average), and might even be unpleasant for ones who like it more fresh.
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Cold
Below +16°C
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Fresh
16°C - 21°C
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Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
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Warm
25°C - 28°C
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Very warm
+28°C and up
Don't forget sunscreen and a hat, it's going to be hot!
Climate in Mauritius in February
Mauritius weather looks like this, on average, in February and the surrounding months.
January
February
March
Avg. temperature
+28°C
+28°C
+28°C
Min. temperature
+20°C
+22°C
+20°C
Max. temperature
+34°C
+32°C
+34°C
Rainfall
194 mm
179 mm
134 mm
Wind
4 m/s
4 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+28°C
+28°C
+28°C
Humidity
81%
83%
82%
Air pressure
1011 HPa
1010 HPa
1012 HPa
Sunny days
1
1
1
Cloudy days
2
1
2
Rainy days
26
24
26
Snowy days
0
0
0
February weather is still as ok as in January.The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +28°C for average maximum temperature during the day.As February arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 194 mm to 179 mm.Humidity rises from 81% to 83%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during February, staying around 4 m/s.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 1 sunny days during the month.
March brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Mauritius in February based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 10 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Mauritius is gradually decreasing during February, going from 4 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during February in Mauritius based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 50% chance of rain on an average day in February, with total rainfall of approximately 42 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 12 mm, which is considered light rain.February is a pretty wet month with over 14 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
February is one of the rainiest months in Mauritius, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Mauritius wettest month is January, where a typical day has a 84% chance of precipitation and 194 mm of rainfall per day. June, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 60% chance of precipitation and 23 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last February in Mauritius?
This is the weather in Mauritius in February 2023:
1 February
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+30°C
2 February
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+32°C
3 February
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+29°C
4 February
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+30°C
5 February
☁️
+30°C
6 February
🌧️
+31°C
7 February
🌧️
+29°C
8 February
🌧️
+29°C
9 February
🌧️
+29°C
10 February
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+29°C
11 February
☀️
+29°C
12 February
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+29°C
13 February
🌧️
+29°C
14 February
☁️
+29°C
15 February
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+30°C
16 February
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+29°C
17 February
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+29°C
18 February
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+29°C
19 February
🌧️
+30°C
20 February
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+27°C
21 February
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+27°C
22 February
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+27°C
23 February
🌧️
+27°C
24 February
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+27°C
25 February
🌧️
+27°C
26 February
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+27°C
27 February
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+27°C
28 February
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+27°C
In February 2023 Mauritius had 7 sunny days, 7 cloudy days, and 14 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +29°C, with an absolute maximum of +32°C and a minimum of +27°C. The average humidity was 74%, with a maximum of 92% and a minimum of 52%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 13 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in February?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Mauritius climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Mauritius in February has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1984 (+25°C) and the highest in 2019 (+28°C). The driest year was 1999 with only 423 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1987 with 1560 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Mauritius in February:
Is February a good time to visit Mauritius?
It’s always a good time to visit Mauritius, but the weather is changeable in February, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Mauritius in February?
February is warm in Mauritius. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Can you swim in Mauritius in February?
Yes, you can swim in Mauritius in February, the water is very warm, with temperature averaging at +28°C, but it's important to manage hydration and sun exposure.
Is Mauritius rainy in February?
Mauritius is often rainy in February. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Mauritius in February?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Mauritius in February, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Mauritius, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
