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A trip to Mauritius in February: climate, activities and prices

The wettest month of the year and peak cyclone risk, with warm 28°C water but outings often get cancelled.

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February is statistically the wettest month of the year in Mauritius, with an average of 230mm of rain and peak cyclone risk. Temperatures stay high (23-30°C during the day, sea at 28°C) and the vegetation is at its most lush, tropical green, but stable weather windows are rarer than from May to October.

It's also the quietest month for international tourism (low season), with hotels charging 30 to 40% less than in July-August. For a flexible traveller willing to work around the weather by booking cancellable activities, it's one of the most affordable windows of the year.

Maha Shivaratri usually falls in February (the date varies), with the great Hindu procession that leads thousands of pilgrims to Grand Bassin, a sacred lake at the heart of the island. It's one of the most powerful cultural moments of the year in Mauritius, not to be missed by anyone interested in the island's religious mosaic.

Climate in detail

Conditions in Mauritius in February

Air temperature

23-30°C

Average min - max

Sea temperature

28°C

Great for swimming

Monthly rainfall

230 mm

14 days of rain

Cyclone risk

High

Active cyclone season

Marine wildlife in February · spinner dolphins resident in Tamarin Bay year-round.

To do this month

3 standout activities in February

A selection of the activities best suited to this month's conditions. Prices and availability verified as of the update date below.

Deux plongeurs sous-marins encadrés en eaux turquoise de l'île Maurice

Plongée Maurice

12 formules plongée à l'île Maurice dès 50 € en exploration et 80 € en baptême, sur 4 spots ( Blue Bay, Grand Baie, Tamarin, Belle Mare ) via Manawa.

From €50See

Baleine à bosse en saut hors de l'eau lors d'une sortie d'observation des cétacés

Dauphins Maurice

7 sorties nage avec dauphins long-bec et observation baleines à bosse dès 53 € depuis Grande Rivière Noire ( 5/5 sur 11 avis Manawa, Dolswim ). Baleines juillet à octobre.

From €53See

Vue aérienne du parc marin de Blue Bay à l'île Maurice : lagon turquoise, barrière de corail au large

Blue Bay Maurice

13 activités sur la zone de Blue Bay au sud-est dès 20 € en VTT électrique à 90 € pour le quad le plus testé du panel ( 5/5 sur 31 avis ). Parc marin classé depuis 1997.

From €20See

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Cultural events

Festivals and events in February

Maha Shivaratri

A Hindu procession to Grand Bassin, one of the island's most important religious events. Date varies.

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Frequently asked questions

Your questions about Mauritius in February

Is it a good idea to travel to Mauritius in February?

February is a mixed bag: it's the wettest month of the year (230mm, 14 rainy days on average) and peak cyclone risk, but also the cheapest for hotel and flight prices. For travellers on a tight budget who can stay flexible with their dates, February can be an excellent choice. For a trip that has to happen on fixed dates (a honeymoon, a wedding), May to October is a better bet.

What's the actual cyclone risk in Mauritius in February?

February historically records the highest number of cyclone alerts in Mauritius (on average around one class 2-3 alert in February each year). Alerts typically last 24 to 72 hours, with an effective curfew during class 3 and 4 warnings. The official Mauritian warning system (Mauritius Meteorological Services) tracks cyclones several days in advance; tour operators cancel and fully refund bookings whenever an official alert is issued.

What can you do in Mauritius in February when it rains?

The Blue Safari submarine at Trou aux Biches (€126, a 30-35m descent in a pressurised cabin, 5/5 from 4 Manawa reviews) is the perfect activity for a rainy day. Visiting La Vanille Nature Park, the Seven Coloured Earths of Chamarel or Port Louis (the Aapravasi Ghat UNESCO site, the central market) all stay doable in the rain. Introductory dives and snorkelling remain open in the Blue Bay marine park unless there's a cyclone alert.

What is Maha Shivaratri in Mauritius in February?

A major Hindu festival (the 'great night of Shiva'), marked by a nationwide procession to Grand Bassin, a sacred lake tucked inside a volcanic crater at the heart of the island. Over 500,000 pilgrims travel to Grand Bassin over the 4-5 days around the ritual date. It's one of the most striking religious events in the Indian Ocean. The date varies with the lunar calendar (usually late February or early March).

Are hotel rates really cut in February?

Yes, it's statistically the most affordable window of the year in Mauritius for accommodation, with 5-star resorts down 25 to 40% (Constance, Long Beach, Hilton from €280-320/night instead of €450-500 in high season) and 3-star hotels in the north down 20 to 30% (see my pick of cheap hotels in Mauritius from €65/night).

Can you see whales in Mauritius in February?

No, humpback whales are only present in Mauritius between July and October. In February, cetacean trips focus on spinner dolphins (resident year-round in Tamarin Bay) and sperm whales (present year-round on the continental slope). A Dolswim trip from Grande Rivière Noire costs €53 (dolphin snorkelling) or €66 (cetacean watching from the boat).

Last updated: 10 October 2026 (October 2026). 30-year average climate data, Port-Louis station. Prices and availability verified as of the writing date.