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Mauritius in June
Winter begins. Stay west or north for calm water; the east coast gets windy.
The straight answer
June is a good month to visit Mauritius. Winter begins. Stay west or north for calm water; the east coast gets windy.
- Weather
- Mild, highs near 77F (25C), breezy on the east coast
- Crowds
- 2 of 5
- Prices
- 3 of 5
What June is like in Mauritius
June is the start of the Mauritian winter. Days are mild, with highs near 77F (25C), and evenings are cooler. The southeast trade winds pick up, so the east and south coasts get breezy and choppy, while the west and north stay calm and sunny. Crowds are low and prices are moderate. It is great weather for hiking.
June suits travelers who prefer mild temperatures, hikers and anyone on a budget. Choose a hotel on the west or north coast for calm swimming. If you want hot beach weather and the warmest sea, pick November or April instead. Kitesurfers will find the wind building nicely.
Make the most of June
What is especially good about Mauritius this month.
Cool, clear hiking
Mild, dry days are ideal for Black River Gorges trails and the Le Morne Brabant climb.
Calm west coast lagoons
The sheltered west coast stays sunny and calm while the east gets windy.
Low-season value
Resorts are quieter and prices are lower than in the busy European summer months.
What to pack for June
- A light sweater or fleece for cool evenings
- A windbreaker for breezy days
- Hiking shoes
- A thin wetsuit top if you get cold snorkeling
Our timing tip
Book a west or north coast hotel in June, since the east coast's lagoons can be choppy once the trade winds arrive.
Book Mauritius for June.
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- Hotels for June
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Hotels in MauritiusOpens a hotel search for Mauritius in June, dates filled in. Book early for the best months: the good rooms go first.
- Rentals on Vrbo
Vacation rentals. Vrbo
Vacation rentals in MauritiusWhole homes, condos and villas. Usually the better deal for families and groups, with a kitchen and room to spread out.
- Tours and tickets
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Tours and tickets in MauritiusTimed-entry tickets, day trips and guided tours in Mauritius for June. Popular slots sell out in the best months.
Things to do in Mauritius
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.
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.
Chamarel
The Seven Coloured Earths, a patch of multicolored sand dunes, and the Chamarel waterfall, in the island's southwest highlands.
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.
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.
Blue Bay Marine Park
Protected coral gardens in the southeast, good for snorkeling and glass-bottom boat trips. Calmest in the summer months.
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 June, quick answers
Is June a good time to visit Mauritius?
June is a good month to visit Mauritius. Winter begins. Stay west or north for calm water; the east coast gets windy.
What is the weather like in Mauritius in June?
Mild, highs near 77F (25C), breezy on the east coast.
Is Mauritius crowded in June?
June is one of the quieter months in Mauritius; most sights can be done without long waits.
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