Climate guide for Flic en Flac, Mauritius

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Flic en Flac

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About Flic en Flac

Flic en Flac is famous for having one of the longest continuous white sand beaches in Mauritius, shielded by a coral reef home to sea turtles and dolphin pods.

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Travel Tips

Water Shoes for Coral Reef
Wear protective reef water shoes when wading into Flic en Flac lagoon to protect against sea urchins.
Dolphin Watching at Tamarin Bay
Take an early 06:30 AM boat trip from Flic en Flac to nearby Tamarin Bay to swim alongside wild dolphins.
Sunday Sunset Beach Picnic
Join local Mauritian families on Sunday evenings along Flic en Flac beach for street food snacks and Sega music.

Things to do in Flic en Flac

Flic en Flac, Mauritius. Live activities and tours from GetYourGuide, matched to this destination.

When to visit Flic en Flac: the short answer

The best time to visit Flic en Flac is March, followed by April, October. Those months combine the most usable temperatures with the fewest lost days to rain: March averages 25°C with 45 mm of rain and about 22 sunny days. The months to avoid unless you have a specific reason are September, August. If budget matters more than perfect weather, May is the strongest of the low-rate months at 6.5/10.

Across the year Flic en Flac swings from 21°C in January to 38°C in July, a 17-degree spread, while rainfall ranges from 45 mm in January to 170 mm in May. That is the whole planning problem in one sentence: Flic en Flac is not equally good year-round, and the difference between the best and worst month here is 2.7 points on a 10-point scale.

Warmest month: July (38°C). Coolest: January (21°C). Driest: January (45 mm). Wettest: May (170 mm).

Flic en Flac month by month

January in Flic en Flac — reliably good (6th best month)

Good · 8/10

January averages 21°C (70°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.

Rainfall runs 45 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 22 sunny days and 9.8 hours of daylight.

It scores 8/10 here, 6th of 12 months, against 9.2/10 in the destination's best month.

Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.

Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection, a packable rain layer.

February in Flic en Flac — reliably good (7th best month)

Good · 8/10

February averages 22°C (72°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.

Rainfall runs 45 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 22 sunny days and 10.8 hours of daylight.

It scores 8/10 here, 7th of 12 months, against 9.2/10 in the destination's best month.

Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.

Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection, a packable rain layer.

March in Flic en Flac — the year's strongest window

Best window · 9.2/10

March averages 25°C (77°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.

Rainfall runs 45 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 22 sunny days and 12 hours of daylight.

On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Flic en Flac at 9.2/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.

Expect peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.

Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection, a packable rain layer.

April in Flic en Flac — the year's strongest window

Best window · 9.2/10

April averages 29°C (84°F), so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.

Rainfall runs 45 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 22 sunny days and 13.3 hours of daylight.

On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Flic en Flac at 9.2/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.

Expect peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.

Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a packable rain layer.

May in Flic en Flac — workable with trade-offs

Trade-offs · 6.5/10

May averages 33°C (91°F) at 77% humidity — genuinely punishing heat. Anything outdoors needs to happen before 10am.

At 170 mm this is a genuinely wet month: about 16 sunny days in total, and outdoor plans need an indoor fallback.

It scores 6.5/10 here, 8th of 12 months, against 9.2/10 in the destination's best month.

Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.

Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.

If your dates are flexible, March is materially better in Flic en Flac — 2.7 points higher on the same scale.

June in Flic en Flac — workable with trade-offs

Trade-offs · 6.5/10

June averages 36°C (97°F) at 77% humidity — genuinely punishing heat. Anything outdoors needs to happen before 10am.

At 170 mm this is a genuinely wet month: about 16 sunny days in total, and outdoor plans need an indoor fallback.

It scores 6.5/10 here, 9th of 12 months, against 9.2/10 in the destination's best month.

Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.

Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.

If your dates are flexible, March is materially better in Flic en Flac — 2.7 points higher on the same scale.

July in Flic en Flac — workable with trade-offs

Trade-offs · 6.5/10

July averages 38°C (100°F) at 77% humidity — genuinely punishing heat. Anything outdoors needs to happen before 10am.

At 170 mm this is a genuinely wet month: about 16 sunny days in total, and outdoor plans need an indoor fallback.

It scores 6.5/10 here, 10th of 12 months, against 9.2/10 in the destination's best month.

Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.

Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.

If your dates are flexible, March is materially better in Flic en Flac — 2.7 points higher on the same scale.

August in Flic en Flac — workable with trade-offs

Trade-offs · 6.5/10

August averages 37°C (99°F) at 77% humidity — genuinely punishing heat. Anything outdoors needs to happen before 10am.

At 170 mm this is a genuinely wet month: about 16 sunny days in total, and outdoor plans need an indoor fallback.

It scores 6.5/10 here, 11th of 12 months, against 9.2/10 in the destination's best month.

Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.

Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.

If your dates are flexible, March is materially better in Flic en Flac — 2.7 points higher on the same scale.

September in Flic en Flac — workable with trade-offs

Trade-offs · 6.5/10

September averages 34°C (93°F) at 77% humidity — genuinely punishing heat. Anything outdoors needs to happen before 10am.

At 170 mm this is a genuinely wet month: about 16 sunny days in total, and outdoor plans need an indoor fallback.

It scores 6.5/10 here, 12th of 12 months, against 9.2/10 in the destination's best month.

Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.

Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.

If your dates are flexible, March is materially better in Flic en Flac — 2.7 points higher on the same scale.

October in Flic en Flac — the year's strongest window

Best window · 9.2/10

October averages 30°C (86°F), so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.

Rainfall runs 45 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 22 sunny days and 10.8 hours of daylight.

On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Flic en Flac at 9.2/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.

Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.

Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a packable rain layer.

November in Flic en Flac — the year's strongest window

Best window · 9.2/10

November averages 26°C (79°F), so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.

Rainfall runs 45 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 22 sunny days and 9.8 hours of daylight.

On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Flic en Flac at 9.2/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.

Expect peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here.

Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a packable rain layer.

December in Flic en Flac — the year's strongest window

Best window · 9.2/10

December averages 23°C (73°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.

Rainfall runs 45 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 22 sunny days and 9.5 hours of daylight.

On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Flic en Flac at 9.2/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.

Expect peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here.

Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection, a packable rain layer.

Frequently asked

When is the best time to visit Flic en Flac, Mauritius?
In Ideal Weather mode, the best months to visit Flic en Flac are March, April, October, November, December. March is the single peak month with an Ideal Weather score of 9.2/10 based on temperature, rainfall, humidity, daylight and historical sunny days.
What is the weather like in Flic en Flac year-round?
Flic en Flac has a climate profile suited to beach and coastal travel. Average monthly temperatures range from 21°C in January to 38°C in July, with Ideal Weather scores between 6.5 and 9.2 out of 10.
Which months should I avoid in Flic en Flac?
The lowest Ideal Weather-scoring months in Flic en Flac are May (6.5/10), June (6.5/10), July (6.5/10). These months typically combine less comfortable temperatures, higher rainfall or fewer sunny days.
When is the rainy season in Flic en Flac?
May is the wettest month in Flic en Flac, averaging about 170 mm of rainfall. January is the driest, at roughly 45 mm.
Which is the sunniest month in Flic en Flac?
January sees the most sun in Flic en Flac, with about 22 sunny days on average - ideal for outdoor plans.
Is Flic en Flac a good destination for beach and coastal travel?
Flic en Flac is well suited to beach and coastal travel. Its highest Ideal Weather window (March, April, October, November, December) aligns with the conditions travelers usually look for in this style of trip.
How is the bestime.to score for Flic en Flac calculated?
Each month receives an Ideal Weather score from 0-10 using ERA5 climate normals for Flic en Flac: temperature comfort, precipitation, humidity, daylight hours, and historical sunny days - weighted for beach and coastal travel.

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