The short answer
When to go to Mahe
The most comfortable window is November to February, when it is dry, warm and clear enough for sunsets on the hillock. March is hotter but still dry, and early March brings the Puthalam festival. From June to August the monsoon is very heavy, with over 900 mm in both June and July, so walkways and boating are best avoided. Older travellers should skip midday outings in April and May and avoid the mid-October feast crowds.
Month by month
Mahe weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°C | 22°C | 3 mm | Driest, comfortable for walks | |
| February | 32°C | 23°C | 4 mm | Dry and clear sunsets | |
| March | 33°C | 25°C | 13 mm | Hotter, still dry; Puthalam festival early March | |
| April | 33°C | 26°C | 76 mm | Hot and humid; early showers | |
| May | 33°C | 26°C | 295 mm | Pre-monsoon rain and humidity | |
| June | 30°C | 24°C | 905 mm | Heavy monsoon; boating and paths affected | |
| July | 28°C | 23°C | 1083 mm | Wettest month | |
| August | 29°C | 24°C | 539 mm | Still very wet | |
| September | 30°C | 24°C | 274 mm | Rain easing, occasional heavy showers | |
| October | 30°C | 24°C | 237 mm | Showers; the St. Teresa's feast brings crowds | |
| November | 31°C | 23°C | 106 mm | Drying out and pleasant | |
| December | 31°C | 22°C | 22 mm | Dry; good for sightseeing |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Mahe seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: January, February and December
- January: Driest, comfortable for walks
- February: Dry and clear sunsets
- December: Dry; good for sightseeing
Good, with small trade-offs: March and November
- March: Hotter, still dry; Puthalam festival early March
- November: Drying out and pleasant
Possible, with planning: April, September and October
- April: Hot and humid; early showers
- September: Rain easing, occasional heavy showers
- October: Showers; the St. Teresa's feast brings crowds
Best avoided with parents or children: May, June, July and August
- May: Pre-monsoon rain and humidity
- June: Heavy monsoon; boating and paths affected
- July: Wettest month
- August: Still very wet
Useful answers
Best time to visit Mahe: FAQs
What is the best month to visit Mahe?
January, February and December are the best months to visit Mahe, with March and November also good. The most comfortable window is November to February, when it is dry, warm and clear enough for sunsets on the hillock. March is hotter but still dry, and early March brings the Puthalam festival. From June to August the monsoon is very heavy, with over 900 mm in both June and July, so walkways and boating are best avoided. Older travellers should skip midday outings in April and May and avoid the mid-October feast crowds.
Which months should I avoid in Mahe with elderly parents?
May, June, July and August are the months to avoid with older travellers. Pre-monsoon rain and humidity Heavy monsoon; boating and paths affected
When does it rain most in Mahe?
July is the wettest month, with about 1083 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is April, with average highs around 33°C.