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Mauritius in October: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Mauritius in October will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Mauritius, based on historical data.
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October

Weather in Mauritius in October 2025

Good Weather
Warm
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Comfortable water
Planning a trip to Mauritius in October? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +25°C and approximately 3 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 18 rainy days and 29 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+25°C
Avg. max. temperature
+17°C
Min.
+31°C
Max.
29 mm
Total precipitation
76%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
3 ☀️
Sunny Days
11 ⛅️
Cloudy
18 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Mauritius has good weather in October.

Average temperature in Mauritius in October

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Mauritius for October based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +27°C during the day to a minimum of +21°C during the night, the temperature in October averages around +26°C.

The average maximum temperature goes up 33% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +25°C to +27°C.

Is Mauritius warm or cold in October?

Mauritius is typically warm in October.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +24°C to +25°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +20°C to +21°C.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

Take a look at how October is compared to other months in Mauritius:

Water temperature in Mauritius in October

Water in Mauritius in October is Comfortable. It varies from +23°C to +25°C, with an average of +24°C. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +25°C.

The water temperature in October is one of the coldest 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 October?

The water in Mauritius in October is pretty comfortable (+24°C in average). Ideal for swimming, especially in outdoor pools and open water. Suitable for recreational and casual swimmers.
🦭
Cold
Below +16°C
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
16°C - 21°C
🏊
Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
Very warm
+28°C and up
Don’t forget a large beach towel or two for drying off.

Climate in Mauritius in October

Mauritius weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
SeptemberOctoberNovember
Avg. temperature
+24°C+25°C+26°C
Min. temperature
+16°C+17°C+18°C
Max. temperature
+29°C+31°C+31°C
Rainfall
27 mm29 mm46 mm
Wind
4 m/s4 m/s3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+23°C+24°C+25°C
Humidity
76%76%77%
Air pressure
1020 HPa1018 HPa1015 HPa
Sunny days
332
Cloudy days
9118
Rainy days
181820
Snowy days
000

October weather is still as good as in September. It’s getting warmer as October arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +24°C to +25°C during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 27 mm to 29 mm. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 76%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during October, staying around 4 m/s. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 3 sunny days during the month.

November brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Mauritius in October based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 6 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 October, going from 4 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Mauritius based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 42% chance of rain on an average day in October, with total rainfall of approximately 44 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 21 mm, which is considered light rain. October is a pretty wet month with over 13 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how October is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, 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 October in Mauritius?

This is the weather in Mauritius in October 2023:
1 October
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+25°C
2 October
☀️
+25°C
3 October
☀️
+26°C
4 October
🌧️
+25°C
5 October
☀️
+25°C
6 October
☁️
+25°C
7 October
☁️
+25°C
8 October
☁️
+25°C
9 October
☁️
+26°C
10 October
☁️
+25°C
11 October
☁️
+25°C
12 October
☁️
+26°C
13 October
🌧️
+24°C
14 October
☁️
+24°C
15 October
☀️
+25°C
16 October
☀️
+26°C
17 October
☁️
+26°C
18 October
☁️
+26°C
19 October
☀️
+26°C
20 October
☁️
+27°C
21 October
☁️
+27°C
22 October
☁️
+26°C
23 October
☀️
+27°C
24 October
🌧️
+27°C
25 October
🌧️
+27°C
26 October
☁️
+27°C
27 October
🌧️
+26°C
28 October
🌧️
+26°C
29 October
☀️
+27°C
30 October
☀️
+27°C
31 October
☁️
+27°C
In October 2023 Mauritius had 9 sunny days, 16 cloudy days, and 6 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +26°C, with an absolute maximum of +27°C and a minimum of +24°C. The average humidity was 78%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 57%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 7 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Mauritius climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Mauritius in October 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 October:

Is October a good time to visit Mauritius?

October is a really good time to go to Mauritius. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Mauritius.

Can you sunbathe in Mauritius in October?

October 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 October?

Yes, the water temperature in Mauritius in October is considered moderate and enjoyable for most people, averaging around +24°C.

Is Mauritius rainy in October?

Mauritius is usually dry in October. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Mauritius in October?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Mauritius in October, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Monthly weather in Mauritius

Source of the data

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.