Port Louis (Mauritius) in October

In October, Port Louis (Mauritius) averages 28°C (82°F) during the day and 21°C (71°F) at night, with frequent rain — about 20 days of the month see precipitation (43 mm total).

Shoulder

Conditions are warm and beach-friendly. Expect daily rain or showers, often in heavy bursts.

October offers comfortable temperatures in Port Louis (Mauritius), with some rain to plan around.

28°C
Avg high
21°C
Avg low
20
Rain days
43 mm
Rainfall

How October compares to the rest of the year in Port Louis (Mauritius)

7th
warmest month of the 12
9th
wettest month of the 12
4%
of yearly rainfall falls in October
12 h 32 min
daylight on the 15th

October is in the middle of the year for warmth in Port Louis (Mauritius) (7th of 12) and moderately rainy compared to the rest of the year (9th of 12). Daytime temperature matches the city's annual average. October runs 2°C warmer than September (26°C) and warms a further 1°C into November (29°C).

October sunrise & sunset in Port Louis (Mauritius)

🌅
Sunrise (15th)
5:39 AM
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Sunset (15th)
6:11 PM
Day length
12 h 32 min

Times shown for Port Louis (Mauritius) local time (Indian/Mauritius), calculated for the 15th of October. They shift by a few minutes day to day across the month.

Photography light in Port Louis (Mauritius) — October

Golden-hour and blue-hour windows for the 15th of October, in Port Louis (Mauritius)'s local time. Use these for soft warm light (golden) or cool architectural twilight (blue).

🌅 Blue hour (AM)
4:39 AM – 5:19 AM
🌄 Golden hour (AM)
5:19 AM – 6:19 AM
🌇 Golden hour (PM)
5:31 PM – 6:31 PM
🌆 Blue hour (PM)
6:31 PM – 7:11 PM
Milky Way galactic core
Fair
Core only briefly above the horizon — a marginal month even from dark sites near Port Louis (Mauritius).

📅 When to book — Port Louis (Mauritius) in October

Travel writers usually only tell you when to go. Here's when to book flights and lodging for the best mix of price and availability, based on October's tier (Shoulder) and Port Louis (Mauritius)'s popularity.

✈ Flights — lead time
6-10 weeks
Sweet spot for value. Major fare-sales (US: Black Friday, EU: post-Easter) hit hardest in shoulder months for shoulder travel.
🏨 Lodging — lead time
4-8 weeks
Lots of selection. Look for shoulder-season packages — many hotels add value (free breakfast, spa credit) to fill rooms.

October in Mauritius — events that affect travel

Known cultural, religious, or national events that surge prices, fill hotels, or close businesses during this month. Plan around them, or build your itinerary around the ones you'd like to see.

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Diwali
Festival · medium impact

India's biggest festival of light. Cities are stunningly decorated but very crowded; air quality in Delhi NCR plummets due to fireworks and crop burning. Hotels surge 50-100%.

Plan: Worth seeing once, but Delhi air quality is genuinely hazardous post-Diwali. Mumbai, Jaipur, Udaipur are safer for visitors.

Crowds & pricing — October in Port Louis (Mauritius)

Shoulder

Port Louis (Mauritius) is in a shoulder season month — fewer crowds, slightly lower prices, and a calmer atmosphere than peak weeks. Most major sights stay open with normal hours, though a handful of seasonal restaurants or boat trips may run reduced schedules. Many regulars consider these months the best time to visit because you trade a small amount of weather reliability for a much more pleasant on-the-ground experience.

Sun & mosquito risk — October in Port Louis (Mauritius)

☀️ UV Index (noon, 15th)
12.7
Extreme
Stay indoors during midday hours; SPF 50+ even briefly outside, UPF clothing, wide-brim hat, sunglasses essential.
🦟 Mosquito risk
●●●●●
Severe
Severe mosquito season with active disease transmission risk. DEET 30%+, picaridin 20%, long sleeves day and night, treated nets, and check CDC/WHO travel advisories before going.

UV is a clear-sky sea-level estimate — clouds, altitude, and reflective surfaces (snow, water) shift it ±30%. Mosquito risk is climate-derived only; for current disease advisories (dengue, malaria, zika) check the CDC or WHO travel pages before your trip.

Sea temperature in Port Louis (Mauritius) — October

25.1°C (77°F)
warm
comfortable for extended swimming

Across the year Port Louis (Mauritius)'s sea swings from 24.4°C (September) to 28.2°C (March) — October sits at 25.1°C.

Port Louis (Mauritius) in other months

MonthAvg highAvg lowRainfallRain daysSnow days
January 29°C / 85°F 25°C / 76°F 227 mm 29
February 29°C / 85°F 25°C / 77°F 158 mm 27
March 29°C / 85°F 25°C / 76°F 144 mm 28
April 29°C / 83°F 24°C / 75°F 95 mm 26
May 27°C / 81°F 22°C / 72°F 42 mm 21
June 26°C / 78°F 21°C / 69°F 25 mm 19
July 25°C / 77°F 20°C / 68°F 31 mm 22
August 25°C / 77°F 20°C / 68°F 32 mm 19
September 26°C / 79°F 20°C / 68°F 23 mm 18
October 28°C / 82°F 21°C / 71°F 43 mm 20
November 29°C / 84°F 23°C / 73°F 51 mm 22
December 30°C / 85°F 24°C / 75°F 123 mm 24

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Frequently asked questions

How hot is Port Louis (Mauritius) in October?

In October, Port Louis (Mauritius) averages a high of 28°C (82°F) and a low of 21°C (71°F) — generally warm.

Does it rain a lot in Port Louis (Mauritius) in October?

October is quite rainy in Port Louis (Mauritius), with about 20 rainy days on average.

Is October a good time to visit Port Louis (Mauritius)?

October is warm but on the rainy side. It suits travelers who are comfortable with warm weather; check the month-by-month ranking to compare it against the rest of the year.

What should I pack for Port Louis (Mauritius) in October?

Pack lightweight, breathable clothing, sunglasses and sunscreen, plus a compact umbrella or rain jacket. See the full October packing list for Port Louis (Mauritius) for a complete, climate-based checklist.

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