Mayotte · WinterMonth summary
Mayotte weather in January
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
25°C – 29°C
🌧 Rainy days
87% of days
☀️ Sunshine
11.8h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Winter
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
7.1/10
📅 📅 Best month
June (8.8/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Mayotte in January?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you're willing to accept showers in exchange for lower prices and fewer tourists.
❌ No if: you're planning 100% outdoor activities — rain is frequent.
Our take: Favourable conditions in January (7.1/10). June scores higher but the gap is small.
By trip type
Mayotte in January by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ⚠️ Possible
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ⚠️ Possible
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in January
🎯 Diving still possible despite rain — underwater visibility stays decent at depth Even in winter, Mayotte enjoys 29°C. A real asset for escaping the European cold. With 87% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. June (8.8/10) is significantly better if possible.
Browse by month
All months for Mayotte
Annual table
Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌦️ January | 25°C | 29°C | 87% | 7.7 | 11.8h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌦️ February | 25°C | 29°C | 89% | 6.5 | 11.8h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌦️ March | 26°C | 29°C | 85% | 5.2 | 11.9h | 7.1/10 |
| ⛅ April | 25°C | 29°C | 70% | 3.2 | 11.6h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 25°C | 29°C | 37% | 1.3 | 11.3h | 8.2/10 |
| ☀️ June | 24°C | 28°C | 24% | 0.7 | 11.1h | 8.8/10 |
| ☀️ July | 22°C | 27°C | 21% | 0.7 | 11.2h | 8.7/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 22°C | 27°C | 36% | 0.9 | 11.6h | 8.4/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 22°C | 28°C | 49% | 1.5 | 11.9h | 8.1/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 24°C | 28°C | 58% | 1.9 | 11.9h | 7.9/10 |
| ⛅ November | 25°C | 29°C | 71% | 2.5 | 12.2h | 7.4/10 |
| ⛅ December | 25°C | 29°C | 77% | 3.7 | 12.0h | 7.3/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In January, Mayotte averages 29°C, 87% rainy days and 11.8h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 7.1/10.
See methodology →
Comparison
January vs June (best month)
The best month is June (score 8.8/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : -1°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -63%
- ☀️ Sunshine : -0.7h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Mayotte in January
Is January a good time to visit Mayotte?
January is an acceptable time for Mayotte (score 7.1/10). Conditions are decent but not optimal — consider June (8.8/10) if possible.
Does it rain a lot in Mayotte in January?
Yes, 87% of days see rain in January. Plan some indoor activities as backup.
Accommodation
Find a place to stay in Mayotte
Find places to stay in Mayotte in January
Search on Hotels.com
Activities & tours
Activities and tours in Mayotte
Guided tours, skip-the-line tickets and local experiences.
Browse activities on GetYourGuide
Flights
Find a flight to Mayotte
Compare flights from all airlines.
Search flights
←
Explore also
Similar destinations in January
Nosy Be
Gili Islands🌍 Top destinations
Other top destinations in January
Harare
Larnaca
Lilongwe
PantelleriaWeather rankings
Compare destinations by weather
Best in EuropeGuides & comparisons