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Mauritius in July

The coolest month and busy with European holidaymakers. Humpback whales pass the west coast. Great hiking weather.

GoodMild, highs near 75F (24C), cooler sea, trade winds

Le Morne Mauritius — MauritiusPhoto: 'dronepicr', CC BY 2.0

The straight answer

July is a good month to visit Mauritius. The coolest month and busy with European holidaymakers. Humpback whales pass the west coast. Great hiking weather.

Weather: Mild, highs near 75F (24C), cooler sea, trade winds
Crowds: 3 of 5
Prices: 4 of 5

What July is like in Mauritius

July is the coolest month, with highs near 75F (24C), a cooler sea and steady trade winds. The weather is mostly dry and sunny, especially on the sheltered west and north coasts. European holidaymakers make it busier, and prices climb. Humpback whales start passing the west coast, and it is excellent hiking weather.

July suits families on summer holidays, hikers, whale watchers and kitesurfers. Swimmers who want warm water may find the sea a bit cool, so those travelers should aim for October or November. Book family rooms and resorts early, since the school-holiday weeks fill first.

Make the most of July

What is especially good about Mauritius this month.

Humpback whales arrive

Humpbacks pass the west coast on their migration. Choose a boat operator that follows the national whale-watching guidelines.

Kitesurfing at Le Morne

Strong, steady trade winds make the lagoon around Le Morne a top kitesurfing spot.

Best hiking weather

Cool, dry days make long walks in Black River Gorges comfortable.

What to pack for July

A warm layer for evenings and boat trips
A windbreaker
A rash guard or thin wetsuit for cooler water
Seasickness tablets for whale-watching boats

Our timing tip

Book whale-watching trips for the morning, when the sea off the west coast is usually calmest.

Book Mauritius for July.

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What's on in July

Humpback whale season

Roughly July through October

Humpbacks pass the west coast on their annual migration. Boat trips run from the west coast; choose operators that follow the national whale-watching guidelines.

Things to do in Mauritius

Full guide

Le Morne Brabant

A dramatic basalt mountain and UNESCO site on the southwest tip, with a guided hike to a viewpoint over the lagoon. Start early to beat the heat.

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Black River Gorges National Park

The island's largest protected area, with trails through native forest and views over waterfalls and gorges. Drier winter months are best for hiking.

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Chamarel

The Seven Coloured Earths, a patch of multicolored sand dunes, and the Chamarel waterfall, in the island's southwest highlands.

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Aapravasi Ghat, Port Louis

The UNESCO-listed immigration depot where hundreds of thousands of indentured laborers arrived in the 19th century. Combine with the capital's central market.

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Ile aux Cerfs

A popular island off the east coast with white sand beaches and lagoon activities. Go early on weekdays to avoid the day-boat rush.

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Blue Bay Marine Park

Protected coral gardens in the southeast, good for snorkeling and glass-bottom boat trips. Calmest in the summer months.

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Beat the crowds

Aim for May or September through November, which combine good weather with fewer visitors than the Christmas and European summer peaks.
Pick your coast by season: west and north in the windy winter months, east in the calm summer months. The right coast matters more than the right resort.
Visit Ile aux Cerfs, Chamarel, and Le Morne early in the day, and avoid weekends when many locals head to the same beaches.
Book the Christmas and New Year weeks far ahead or skip them; they are the most expensive dates of the year.

Know before you go

During a cyclone warning, the authorities can close beaches, suspend boat trips, and, at the highest warning levels, order people to stay indoors. Resorts are built for this, but plans can be lost for days.
Public holidays for religious festivals, such as Maha Shivaratri, Thaipoosam Cavadee, Diwali, and Eid, can close government offices and some shops and bring heavy traffic.
Lagoon conditions vary by coast and season: the east and south can be windy and choppy from roughly June to September, while the west and north stay calmer.
Hiking in the interior is best in the drier months; trails in Black River Gorges can be slippery and cloud-covered in the rainy season.

Mauritius in July, quick answers

Is July a good time to visit Mauritius?

July is a good month to visit Mauritius. The coolest month and busy with European holidaymakers. Humpback whales pass the west coast. Great hiking weather.

What is the weather like in Mauritius in July?

Mild, highs near 75F (24C), cooler sea, trade winds.

Is Mauritius crowded in July?

Crowds in Mauritius are moderate in July; timed bookings still help at the biggest sights.

What is happening in Mauritius in July?

Humpback whale season (roughly july through october).