Mauritius Weather Today: Cloudy Skies, Showers, and Coastal Temperatures

Mauritius weather today brings patchy cloud, a few showers, and pleasant temperatures as the island moves toward the end of the Mauritian winter (May to October). If you’re travelling or exploring, keep an umbrella handy and check the forecast before hitting the beach.

Key details for Mauritius weather today

• Date: Friday, October 23, 2026
• Forecast time: Issued by Mauritius Meteorological Services at 04:30
• Day conditions: Partly cloudy in general, intermittent clouds and a few showers on the eastern half and central plateau
• Afternoon: Temporary cloud developments and localised showers over the west, southwest, and central plateau, with partly cloudy skies elsewhere
• Maximum temperature: 23-25°C central plateau, 27-30°C coastal regions
• Night conditions: Occasional showers mainly over the highgrounds, otherwise partly cloudy
• Minimum temperature (night): 17-19°C central plateau, 21-23°C coastal regions
• Wind: East-northeast about 15 km/h during the day, light and variable early morning
• Sea: Moderate beyond the reefs, with south-westerly swells up to 2 metres
• Tide times: High tide 11:12 and 23:29, low tide 05:07 and 17:32
• Sunrise: 05:34 | Sunset: 18:14

What tourists should know about today’s weather across Mauritius

Island weather today is a mix of sun and clouds, with occasional showers cropping up mainly in the east and over the central plateau (including Curepipe and Vacoas). The afternoon might bring extra cloud cover and some localised moderate showers, especially west and south, so don’t be surprised by a passing drizzle if you’re out exploring.

Temperatures are comfortably warm in most coastal spots, reaching up to 30°C in places like Grand Baie and Flic en Flac. Up on the central plateau, it’s milder at 23-25°C, and you’ll want another layer after sunset when things dip down to 17-19°C. Coastal areas remain cosier overnight at 21-23°C, making evening walks on the beach pleasant but not too humid.

Sea conditions and beach advice

With light east-northeasterly winds today and swells reaching about 2 metres beyond the reefs, swimming and water activities are generally safe behind lagoon walls. If you’re joining a boat trip or heading further out, for diving, dolphin watching, or deep sea fishing, expect some moderate movement but nothing out of the ordinary for this time of year. Always heed local advice if conditions change suddenly.

Travel tips for October in Mauritius

• Pack a light rain jacket or umbrella for sudden localised showers, especially if you’re inland or on the east coast.
• Wear layers. Mornings and evenings are cooler, especially away from the coast.
• Before hiking in forested areas or the central plateau, check the latest weather bulletin to avoid damp trails or slippery slopes.
• Beach days are still easy to plan, but consider early mornings or late afternoons to avoid occasional sun-and-showers mixes.
• If boating or venturing outside lagoons, ask operators about sea conditions before boarding.

The end of October sees the island slowly moving into the warmer, wetter season from November to April, so these mild, dry conditions are some of the last before summer humidity returns. Most locals take the opportunity for picnics or errands before the heat picks up.

If you want more weather and travel insight, see our recent advice: Mauritius Weather Today: October 19 Forecast, Temperatures and Travel Advice.

Useful links

• Official forecast: Mauritius Meteorological Services
• Extended forecast: timeanddate.com

Wherever you are on the island today, take a moment to enjoy the milder October air, it’s a peaceful time of year before summer’s return.

Source: Editor + metservice.intnet.mu

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