Weather in Mauritius in February

February climate overview

Daytime highs across Mauritius in February run from 28.4°C (Belle Mare) to 29.4°C (Flic en Flac). In Flic en Flac about 100% of February days reach 25°C. Nights average 25.0°C; the coldest 10% of nights in Belle Mare fall to 24°C or below.

Rainfall in February

Expect around 20 rainy days (1 mm or more) in February, with Flic en Flac the driest (16 days) and Belle Mare the wettest (24 days). The wettest February at Flic en Flac between 1991 and 2020 was 1998 with 366 mm; the driest was 2002 with 27 mm.

Sea temperature

The sea averages 28.0°C around Mauritius in February - warmest at Flic en Flac (28.2°C). That is comfortable for swimming.

Sunshine and daylight

Around 5.1 hours of sunshine a day on average, out of 12.7 hours of daylight (sunshine estimated from cloud cover).

February against the rest of the year in Mauritius

February is the 2nd warmest month of the twelve in Mauritius. It is 0.1°C cooler than January and 0.3°C cooler in March. The hottest month here is January (29°C) and the coolest July (24°C).

Which part of Mauritius in February?

• Most sunshine: Flic en Flac, 5.4 h a day.
• Driest: Flic en Flac, about 16 rainy days.
• Warmest sea: Flic en Flac, 28°C.
• Hottest: Flic en Flac, 29°C by day.
• Coolest (better for walking and cities): Belle Mare, 28°C.

What to pack for Mauritius in February

Based on the averages: summer clothes for the day; a rain jacket - roughly 20 wet days; swimwear - the sea is 28°C.

Similar weather elsewhere in February

Within 1.5°C of Mauritius's February daytime average: Kuala Lumpur (30°C), Kololi (29°C, sea 22°C), Phuket (29°C, sea 29°C), Galle (29°C, sea 28°C), Singapore (29°C, sea 28°C). See the full ranking for February.

Flic en Flac or Belle Mare?

For a February trip built around spending time outside, Flic en Flac has the stronger weather balance. It averages 16 rainy days compared with 24 in Belle Mare, making it the better bet if rain is your main concern. It is also slightly hotter, at 29°C by day rather than Belle Mare's 28°C. That small temperature difference is less useful for choosing where to stay than the difference in wet days. Neither destination offers cooler nights: both average 25°C, and both have sea temperatures of 28°C. Choose Flic en Flac for the lower rain frequency, not because it promises consistently dry weather.

Plan for heat, warm evenings and interruptions

Pack light clothing for the heat, something light to wear in the rain, and sun protection rather than treating February as a reliably clear beach month. Average sunshine is 5.1 hours a day, so there is scope for time outside alongside the frequent rain. Keep outdoor plans flexible and have a sheltered alternative ready instead of relying on a full day of dry weather. With nights averaging 25°C, evenings offer limited relief from the daytime warmth; breathable clothes and accommodation with cooling are sensible priorities. Avoid making the hottest part of the day your busiest, especially if you find sustained warmth tiring.