The month in detail
What to expect in January
January falls in the wet season in Mayotte. Showers are often brief but intense. With 54% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned.
January ranks 11 out of 12 months in Mayotte. Compared to December: 15 pts more rainy days, −0.5h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in January
UV index
7 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
very humid
24°
Sea
29°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
12.7h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 20
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Is January the right month?
The best month in Mayotte is June (8.9/10), 4.0 pts higher than January.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.
Country · Mayotte
🗣️LanguageFrench
💶CurrencyEuro (€)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘExpensive · 4/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTropical
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJanuary · 29°C
❄️Coolest monthJuly · 27°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘFebruary · 55%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘSeason Nov-Apr
🛂VisaSchengen · 90 days
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Location
Where is Mayotte ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
🌍 World
🔍 Geographic context
MayotteTropical climate with a 8.9 → 4.9 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
12.78°S · 45.23°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Mayotte?
June is the best month with 28.0°C highs, 24.0°C lows, 7.8h of sunshine and 10.0% rainy days. The months of June & July offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Mayotte get in June?
Mayotte averages 7.8 sunshine hours per day in June. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.6/10.
What is the rainiest month in Mayotte?
February is the most unfavourable month with February has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Mayotte in June?
In June, overnight lows reach 24.0°C, while afternoon highs average 28.0°C.
Is Mayotte good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Mayotte scores 4.9/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains June with a score of 8.6/10.
When should you avoid Mayotte?
February is the most difficult month to visit Mayotte, with February has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Mayotte in January?
In January, the sea averages 29°C in Mayotte: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Mayotte in January?
The average UV index reaches 7 in January in Mayotte (high), with about 12.7h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.