Mauritius in May: weather, sea & travel advice
Mauritius in May is especially suited to family holidays, beach holidays, city breaks and active holidays and hiking. Days are around 26 °C (warm), and the sea is about 27 °C. With about 9 rainy days it is moderate.
Mauritius · MayPhoto: "dronepicr" · CC BY 2.0Climate facts
- Day
- 26 °C
- Night
- 25 °C
- Sea
- 27 °C
- Rainy days
- 9 rainy days
- Sun
- 5 h/day
- Humidity
- 75 %
Suitability by travel type
BeachExcellent88/100
City breakExcellent85/100
ActiveGood68/100
FamilyExcellent90/100
In favour
- Pleasant daytime temperatures around 26 °C
- Warm, swimmable sea (27 °C)
To consider
- No significant drawbacks.
All months at a glance
28J
28F
28M
27A
26M
25J
24J
24A
24S
25O
26N
27D
16J
15F
15M
12A
9M
8J
7J
6A
6S
8O
9N
12D
Similar destinations in May
Frequently asked questions
How warm is Mauritius in May?
Daytime highs average around 26 °C, with nights around 25 °C.
Can you swim in Mauritius in May?
The sea is about 27 °C (warm).
Does it rain a lot in Mauritius in May?
On the long-term average, expect about 9 rainy days.
When is the best time to visit Mauritius?
The most favourable months are usually the ones highlighted on the overview page. Values are historical averages, not a forecast.