Weather · MayMauritius weather in May
Temperature, rain, what to pack, this month's events and prices
May in Mauritius: an average of 22°, about 2 mm of rain for the month. Roughly 11h 2m of daylight, with light from about 06:39 to 17:40. May is one of the best months to visit Mauritius: comfortable weather and little rain. Expect high-season prices and crowds.
Mauritius in May
May in Mauritius, what works
Good weather for city walks, museums, markets and easy hikes. Bring a layer for the evening. Not really beach weather, but great for covering ground on foot.
What to pack: Layers: a shirt, a thin sweater and a light jacket for the evening. Comfortable closed shoes.
Holidays & events in Mauritius
- 1 MayLabour Day
On public holidays banks and offices close, some sites change hours and transport shifts, but it's also the best way to see living tradition.
Italy, The whole country at its best — coast, cities and countryside, before July–August.
Greece, Beach weather but still quiet; the sea is starting to warm.
Croatia, The Dalmatian coast is perfect, at shoulder-season prices.May in Mauritius, FAQ
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Mauritius — flights & hotels
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Sources: Climate: Open-Meteo 1991-2020 · Daylight: astronomical calculation · Holidays: date-holidays dataset