Mauritius Capital
Best time to visit Port Louis
Go inJune–October
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Visit the Central Market and Caudan Waterfront.
See Port Louis on the globePort Louis month by month
| Month | Rating | Avg high | Rain | Crowds | Flights | What’s on |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 30°C | Very wet | Peak crowds | Priciest | – |
| February | Mixed | 30°C | Very wet | Moderate | Average | – |
| March | Mixed | 30°C | Very wet | Moderate | Average | – |
| April | Good | 29°C | Wet | Moderate | Average | – |
| May | Good | 28°C | Wet | Moderate | Average | – |
| June | Great | 26°C | Some rain | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| July | Great | 25°C | Some rain | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| August | Great | 25°C | Some rain | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| September | Great | 26°C | Some rain | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| October | Great | 28°C | Some rain | Moderate | Average | – |
| November | Good | 29°C | Some rain | Peak crowds | Priciest | – |
| December | Mixed | 30°C | Wet | Peak crowds | Priciest | – |
Good to know
- Flights to Port Louis are usually cheapest in June–September.
- Crowds and prices peak in November–January, so book early.
- The heaviest rain falls in January–March.
Mauritius was the only home of the dodo, extinct by the late 1600s.
Questions people ask
When is the best time to visit Port Louis?
The best time to visit Port Louis is June–October. Visit the Central Market and Caudan Waterfront.
What is the cheapest time to fly to Port Louis?
Flights are usually cheapest in June–September, when demand is lowest.
When is Port Louis busiest?
Port Louis is busiest in November–January.
What is the weather like in Port Louis?
January is the warmest month, with average highs of 30°C, and July the coolest at 25°C. The wettest period is December–May.
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