Climate and monthly weather forecastQuatre Bornes, Mauritius
Climate and monthly weather forecast
The climate of Quatre Bornes
Quatre Bornes, nestled in Mauritius, experiences a Tropical wet and dry climate also known as savanna climate according to the Köppen climate classification. The transition from wet to dry months and back results in a varied distribution of weather conditions throughout the calendar year.Monthly temperatures remain consistent in Quatre Bornes, with the highest average temperature registering between 27.3°C (81.1°F) to 28.5°C (83.3°F) from January to March. A gradual decrease in temperature follows, reaching the lowest in July and August at 23.3°C (73.9°F). The minimum average temperature lies in a similar range, peaking at 25.6°C (78.1°F) in February and decreasing to 20.7°C (69.3°F) in August. This decrease is followed by a slow ascent as the year concludes.
The city receives a substantial amount of rainfall with January and February witnessing maximum precipitation levels at 129mm (5.08") and 121mm (4.76") respectively. This amount then reduces consistently till August with a record low of 12mm (0.47"), marking the dry season. Rainfall again increases steadily towards the closing of the year. In the case of cloud coverage, slightly more clouds hover above Quatre Bornes during the first few months with 45% coverage from February to April. Thereafter, cloud cover reduces and fluctuates between 37% to 42%.
Wind speeds, on the other hand, show an interesting pattern. These speeds increase from 17.6km/h (10.9mph) in January to a maximum average of 22.8km/h (14.2mph) in August. A subsequent decrease follows this peak as the year progresses. From May to November, the gust of wind surpasses 26km/h (16.2mph), corroborating the increase in wind speeds.
The best time to visit Quatre Bornes
Given the climatic characteristics of Quatre Bornes, the ideal period to tour this city lies between May and November. This time frame aligns with the dry season, resulting in significantly lesser rainfall, dropping to a low of just 12mm (0.47") in August. Also, this period witnesses the highest number of sunshine days with up to 11.8 days in October. Temperatures maintain a comfortable range from 23.3°C (73.9°F) to 24.8°C (76.6°F) during these months, providing inviting weather for outdoor activities.The worst time to visit Quatre Bornes
Tourists desiring to steer clear of the heaviest rainfall should avoid visiting Quatre Bornes in January and February when the rainfall measures up to a high of 129mm (5.08") and 121mm (4.76") respectively. These months also encounter relatively higher temperatures, with the mercury level peaking at 28.5°C (83.3°F) in February. The number of sunshine days dwindles to single digits, making sightseeing less enjoyable in the continuous downpour and high humidity.Spring weather in Quatre Bornes
Spring, occurring from September to November, witnesses the gradual increase in temperatures from 23.7°C (74.7°F) to 27.6°C (81.7°F) as well as in rainfall, ranging from 12mm (0.47") to 72mm (2.83"). Despite this uptick in rainfall, the average number of sunny days remains high and is the most during October with 11.8 sunny days. Thus, with moderate temperatures and plenty of sunshine, Spring can be an appealing time for visitors.Summer weather in Quatre Bornes
The official summer season in Quatre Bornes starts in December and extends to February. Throughout these months, both temperatures and humidity levels increase. Average temperatures remain high, ranging from 28.3°C (82.9°F) in December to 28.5°C (83.3°F) in February, with the minimum temperature not seeing much variation, between 24.7°C (76.5°F) to 25.6°C (78.1°F). Rainfall levels also peak in these months, making it the wettest season of the year.Autumn weather in Quatre Bornes
Autumn in Quatre Bornes extends from March to May. During this time, temperatures start to decrease, and rainfall amounts also decline substantially from 97mm (3.82") in May down to 29mm (1.14") in May. Also, the number of sunny days increases, rendering it an appropriate period for tourists to explore the city.Winter weather in Quatre Bornes
In contrast to traditional winters, the winter season in Quatre Bornes does not bring extreme cold. Average temperatures dip to the somewhat cooler range of 23.3°C (73.9°F) from June to August. Also, rainfall is the lowest during this season, particularly in August when precipitation is just 12mm (0.47"). Wind speeds, however, reach their highest levels, gusting as strong as 30.8km/h (19.1mph) in June.Weather in January
January weather in Quatre Bornes maintains uniformly high temperatures as in the previous month, ranging from 25.4°C (77.7°F) to 28.3°C (82.9°F). The consistent tropical climate is matched with relative humidity, standing at 78%, making the air feel more balmy. Weather in January »Weather in February
In February, Quatre Bornes experiences a slight rise in the lowest temperature, from 25.4°C (77.7°F) to 25.6°C (78.1°F), while the highest temperature remains largely unchanged, registering at 28.5°C (83.3°F). Relatively cooler than the previous month, it also witnesses a marginal decrease in rainfall, dropping to 121mm (4.76"). Weather in February »Weather in March
Quatre Bornes weather in March undergoes changes compared to February, with temperatures taking a slightly downward turn to lie between 25.2°C (77.4°F) and 28.2°C (82.8°F). The decrease in rainfall to 97mm (3.82") indicates failing monsoon activity and the entry of summer. Weather in March »Weather in April
April marks the arrival of slightly warmer periods in Quatre Bornes, where temperature starts to descend from the highs of 28.2°C (82.8°F) to 27.3°C (81.1°F) and lows of 25.2°C (77.4°F) to 24.3°C (75.7°F). This decrease is attributed to the waning summer season and entry of slightly cooler climatic conditions. Weather in April »Weather in May
May is significantly different from the previous month with respect to temperatures, falling noticeably from 27.3°C (81.1°F) to 25.6°C (78.1°F) at their peak and from 24.3°C (75.7°F) to 22.9°C (73.2°F) at their lowest. The decline in humidity to 76% hints at the onset of pleasant weather conditions. Weather in May »Weather in June
June, in Quatre Bornes, signifies mild weather changes when compared to May, with temperatures ranging between 21.7°C (71.1°F) and 24.2°C (75.6°F). Climatic conditions start to evolve with decreased humidity and a further drop in rainfall to 22mm (0.87"). Weather in June »Weather in July
July brings a slight deviation in Quatre Bornes weather, with temperatures sliding further to stay between 20.9°C (69.6°F) and 23.3°C (73.9°F). The significantly lighter rainfall of 18mm (0.71") compared to June indicates a dry spell, whilst the high-pressure conditions of 1020.2mb suggest less volatile weather conditions. Weather in July »Weather in August
August maintains the cooling trend with temperatures ranging between 20.7°C (69.3°F) and 23.3°C (73.9°F), essentially unchanged from July. A minor rise in rainfall to 20mm (0.79"), however, suggests the impending arrival of wetter conditions. Weather in August »Weather in September
In September, Quatre Bornes experiences an increase in temperatures, with the range settling between 21.3°C (70.3°F) and 23.7°C (74.7°F). There's a significant decrease in rainfall, reaching a yearly low of 12mm (0.47"), and an increase in wind speed to 21.5km/h (13.4mph). Weather in September »Weather in October
October sees a rise in temperature in Quatre Bornes, with values ranging between 22.2°C (72°F) and 24.8°C (76.6°F); a significant increase from September. An increased rainfall, though moderate to 23mm (0.91"), give an indication of the mild and slightly wet season setting in. Weather in October »Weather in November
November's temperatures vary between 23.3°C (73.9°F) and 26.3°C (79.3°F), marking a warmer climate compared to the month of October. The rainfall count nearly doubles to 45mm (1.77"), signifying wetter conditions. A subtle increase in humidity levels to 75% hints at a slightly humid atmosphere, but the increase in wind speed to 16.4km/h (10.2mph) retains the pleasant weather. Weather in November »Weather in December
December sees temperatures climbing between 24.7°C (76.5°F) and 27.6°C (81.7°F), signaling an incoming warmer season. The rainfall also soars to 72mm (2.83"), confirming the onset of the wet season. The daylight hours extend marginally to 13.3, and the sun shines for 10.1 hours daily, maintaining mild and enjoyable climatic conditions. Weather in December »Updated: Feb 7, 2024
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Frequently asked questions
January through March, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months in Quatre Bornes, Mauritius.
January is the month with the most rainfall in Quatre Bornes, Mauritius. Rain falls for 22.2 days and accumulates 129mm (5.08") of precipitation.
In Quatre Bornes, during the entire year, the rain falls for 207.3 days and collects up to 645mm (25.39") of precipitation.
January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Quatre Bornes.
Quatre Bornes's February weather, with an average high temperature of 28.5°C (83.3°F) and an average low temperature of 25.6°C (78.1°F), tends to be the warmest of the year.
The months with the lowest UV index are April through November, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
The month with the shortest days in Quatre Bornes is June, with an average of 10h and 54min of daylight.
Quatre Bornes experiences its coldest period in July and August, averaging a high-temperature of 23.3°C (73.9°F).
With an average of 6.2h of sunshine, July has the least sunshine of the year.
The months with the lowest humidity in Quatre Bornes, Mauritius, are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 73%.
September is the month with the least rainfall in Quatre Bornes, Mauritius. Rain falls for 13.1 days and accumulates 12mm (0.47") of precipitation.
October has the most sunshine of the year in Quatre Bornes, with an average of 10.2h of sunshine.
December has the longest days of the year in Quatre Bornes, Mauritius, with an average of 13h and 18min of daylight.
Quatre Bornes does not observe Daylight Saving Time (DST). +04 timezone is used over the entire year.
Average temperature
Quatre Bornes, Mauritius
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (28.5°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July and August (23.3°C).
The month with the highest average low temperature is February (25.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (20.7°C).
Average pressure
Quatre Bornes, Mauritius
- Average pressure in January:
1011.4mbar - Average pressure in February:
1011.1mbar - Average pressure in March:
1012.4mbar - Average pressure in April:
1014.5mbar - Average pressure in May:
1017.3mbar - Average pressure in June:
1019.4mbar
- Average pressure in July:
1020.2mbar - Average pressure in August:
1021mbar - Average pressure in September:
1020.5mbar - Average pressure in October:
1018.1mbar - Average pressure in November:
1015.6mbar - Average pressure in December:
1013.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1021mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1011.1mbar).
Average wind speed
Quatre Bornes, Mauritius
- Average wind speed in January:
17.6km/h - Average wind speed in February:
16.9km/h - Average wind speed in March:
18.2km/h - Average wind speed in April:
19.3km/h - Average wind speed in May:
19km/h - Average wind speed in June:
22.5km/h
- Average wind speed in July:
22.5km/h - Average wind speed in August:
22.8km/h - Average wind speed in September:
21.5km/h - Average wind speed in October:
18.9km/h - Average wind speed in November:
16.4km/h - Average wind speed in December:
16.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (22.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (16.4km/h).
Average humidity
Quatre Bornes, Mauritius
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (73%).
Average rainfall
Quatre Bornes, Mauritius
- Average rainfall in January:
129mm - Average rainfall in February:
121mm - Average rainfall in March:
97mm - Average rainfall in April:
57mm - Average rainfall in May:
29mm - Average rainfall in June:
22mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (129mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (12mm).
Average rainfall days
Quatre Bornes, Mauritius
- Average rainfall days in January:
22.2 days - Average rainfall days in February:
23.1 days - Average rainfall days in March:
23.6 days - Average rainfall days in April:
19.8 days - Average rainfall days in May:
16.5 days - Average rainfall days in June:
13.8 days
- Average rainfall days in July:
15.8 days - Average rainfall days in August:
16.3 days - Average rainfall days in September:
13.1 days - Average rainfall days in October:
12.2 days - Average rainfall days in November:
12.6 days - Average rainfall days in December:
18.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (23.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (12.2 days).
Average daylight / Average sunshine
Quatre Bornes, Mauritius
- Average daylight in January:
13h and 12min - Average daylight in February:
12h and 48min - Average daylight in March:
12h and 12min - Average daylight in April:
11h and 36min - Average daylight in May:
11h and 12min - Average daylight in June:
10h and 54min
- Average daylight in July:
11h and 0min - Average daylight in August:
11h and 24min - Average daylight in September:
12h and 0min - Average daylight in October:
12h and 36min - Average daylight in November:
13h and 6min - Average daylight in December:
13h and 18min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in January:
9h and 30min - Average sunshine in February:
8h and 30min - Average sunshine in March:
7h and 54min - Average sunshine in April:
6h and 54min - Average sunshine in May:
6h and 18min - Average sunshine in June:
6h and 18min
- Average sunshine in July:
6h and 12min - Average sunshine in August:
6h and 30min - Average sunshine in September:
9h and 6min - Average sunshine in October:
10h and 12min - Average sunshine in November:
9h and 54min - Average sunshine in December:
10h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).
Average sunshine days
Quatre Bornes, Mauritius
- Average sunshine days in January:
4.7 days - Average sunshine days in February:
3.2 days - Average sunshine days in March:
4.3 days - Average sunshine days in April:
5.3 days - Average sunshine days in May:
10.1 days - Average sunshine days in June:
10.7 days
- Average sunshine days in July:
9.4 days - Average sunshine days in August:
8.3 days - Average sunshine days in September:
9.3 days - Average sunshine days in October:
11.8 days - Average sunshine days in November:
10.6 days - Average sunshine days in December:
7.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (11.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (3.2 days).
Average UV index
Quatre Bornes, Mauritius
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover
Quatre Bornes, Mauritius
The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 37).
Average visibility
Quatre Bornes, Mauritius
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
