Port Louis in October
In October, Port Louis averages 28°C (82°F) during the day and 21°C (70°F) at night, with around 10 days of rain (42 mm total).
ShoulderConditions are warm and beach-friendly. Plan for unsettled weather and bring rain gear.
October offers comfortable temperatures in Port Louis, with some rain to plan around.
How October compares to the rest of the year in Port Louis
October is in the middle of the year for warmth in Port Louis (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
Times shown for Port Louis 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 — October
Golden-hour and blue-hour windows for the 15th of October, in Port Louis's local time. Use these for soft warm light (golden) or cool architectural twilight (blue).
📅 When to book — Port Louis 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's popularity.
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.
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
Port Louis 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.
Why this tier: comfortable tourism weather
Sun & mosquito risk — October in Port Louis
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.
Port Louis in other months
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°C / 85°F | 25°C / 76°F | 227 mm | 23 | — |
| February | 29°C / 85°F | 25°C / 77°F | 158 mm | 22 | — |
| March | 29°C / 85°F | 25°C / 76°F | 145 mm | 22 | — |
| April | 29°C / 83°F | 24°C / 75°F | 89 mm | 18 | — |
| May | 27°C / 81°F | 22°C / 72°F | 49 mm | 11 | — |
| June | 26°C / 78°F | 21°C / 69°F | 26 mm | 7 | — |
| July | 25°C / 77°F | 20°C / 68°F | 31 mm | 10 | — |
| August | 25°C / 78°F | 20°C / 68°F | 32 mm | 8 | — |
| September | 26°C / 79°F | 20°C / 68°F | 23 mm | 7 | — |
| October | 28°C / 82°F | 21°C / 70°F | 42 mm | 10 | — |
| November | 29°C / 84°F | 23°C / 73°F | 51 mm | 13 | — |
| December | 30°C / 85°F | 24°C / 75°F | 122 mm | 20 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Port Louis in October?
In October, Port Louis averages a high of 28°C (82°F) and a low of 21°C (70°F) — generally warm.
Does it rain a lot in Port Louis in October?
October can be fairly wet in Port Louis, with about 10 rainy days on average.
Is October a good time to visit Port Louis?
October is warm. 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 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 for a complete, climate-based checklist.
Check the live 10-day forecast and sunrise/sunset.