Mauritius in June: weather, sea, wind and tips
June opens the southern winter: days stay mild on the coast, but nights get cooler, the sea loses a few degrees and the south-east trade winds blow harder. The west and north are very dry at this time. It is a quiet month with no public holiday, ideal for hiking and kitesurfing. Here is the weather by coast from our 2011-2025 averages (ERA5 reanalysis), what is worth doing and our verdict.
Average weather: June
| Area | High | Low | Rain | Gusts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North (Grand Baie) | 26 °C | 21 °C | 22 mm | 31 km/h |
| West (Flic en Flac) | 26 °C | 21 °C | 17 mm | 29 km/h |
| East (Belle Mare) | 24 °C | 21 °C | 61 mm | 29 km/h |
| Central plateau | 22 °C | 17 °C | +++ | 26 km/h |
Sea: 26 °C
2011-2025 averages (ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo). The central plateau (Curepipe, Black River Gorges) is much wetter than the model shows.
June weather, coast by coast
Our 2011-2025 averages give about 26 °C by day and 21 °C at night on the west coast, 25-26 °C and 21 °C in the north, and 24 °C and 21 °C in the east. The central plateau (Curepipe, Black River Gorges) is clearly cooler and wetter: around 21-22 °C by day and 17 °C at night.
The west gets only about 17 mm of rain over the month and the north around 20 mm. The east, facing the south-east trades, gets three times as much, around 60 mm, often in short showers. The Mauritius Meteorological Services place the cool, relatively dry winter from June to September.
The sea and the wind
The sea drops to around 26 °C on the west coast: still fine for swimming, though a shorty wetsuit becomes welcome for diving. The wind picks up: average maximum gusts rise to about 29-31 km/h, against 25-27 km/h in May. Good news for kitesurfing at Le Morne, less so for boat trips on the east side, which are often choppy.
What's best in June
Hiking in dry, cool weather: Le Morne Brabant, Black River Peak, Black River Gorges National Park, Ebony Forest in Chamarel. Kitesurfing in the Le Morne lagoon. The sheltered beaches of the west and north, such as Flic en Flac, Pereybère or Trou aux Biches. West-coast operators also report that the first humpback whales can appear from June, even if the best period starts in July.
June 2027 festivals
No public holiday falls in June on the official 2027 list, so it is a month without particular disruption on the roads or in public offices.
Where to stay in June
With the south-east wind, the west coast (Flic en Flac, Tamarin, Le Morne) is the most sheltered: warmer, drier and close to the kite spots and the south-west trails. The north (Grand Baie, Pereybère, Trou aux Biches) is a good second choice, with calm lagoons. The east (Belle Mare, Trou d'Eau Douce) takes the trade winds head on: cooler and windier, it suits wind lovers more than swimmers.
Our tips and verdict
June comes before the European summer holidays, so crowds and prices are often gentler. Stay in the west or north, which are warmer and drier. Bring a jumper and a windproof jacket for evenings and the plateau.
Verdict: an excellent month for hiking, kitesurfing and enjoying a quiet island; a little cool if all you want is a 28 °C lagoon.
Places in this guide
A world-class spot: waist-deep turquoise lagoon for beginners, the legendary One Eye wave for experts, wind 300 days a year. Several schools right on the beach.
A 556 m basalt monolith and UNESCO World Heritage site, refuge of the maroon slaves whose symbol it became. The climb (3-4h return) rewards you with dizzying views over Mauritius's most photogenic lagoons.
Mauritius's highest point (828 m), reached by a forest trail off the Plaine Champagne road. From the top, a 360° panorama over the gorges, Le Morne and the whole south-west.
Mauritius's largest national park: 6,574 hectares of primary forest, 60 km of marked trails and the last refuges of the pink pigeon and kestrel. The 10 km Macchabée trail from Pétrin to the visitor centre is a classic.
An open-sea trip beyond the reef from Tamarin: migrating humpbacks July-October, resident sperm whales visible year-round thanks to the west coast's deep drop-off.
The west coast's longest beach: 8 km of white sand lined with casuarinas along a reef-protected turquoise lagoon. Grand sunsets, easy snorkeling and a local weekend vibe.
Rated one of Mauritius's best swimming beaches: a compact cove of brilliant sand and deep, intensely blue water. Ice-cream sellers, snacks and casuarinas complete the postcard.
A long stretch of fine sand shaded by casuarinas, regularly ranked among the Indian Ocean's finest beaches. Its shallow turquoise lagoon is ideal for swimming and snorkeling.
A conservation reserve for Mauritius's endemic forest: canopy-level walkways, replanted ebony trees and the Sublime Point lookout over the south-west coast.
A unique geological phenomenon: volcanic clay dunes in seven ochre, red and violet hues that never mix. The geopark also hosts giant tortoises and the Chamarel waterfall lookout.
Frequently asked questions
Is it cold in Mauritius in June?
Not on the coast: about 24-26 °C by day and 21 °C at night. The central plateau is cooler, around 17 °C at night.
Can you swim in Mauritius in June?
Yes, the sea is around 26 °C on the west coast. Beaches in the west and north are the most sheltered from the wind.
Can you see whales in Mauritius in June?
West-coast operators say sightings are possible from June, but the best period runs from July to October.