The month in detail
What to expect in May
Autumn in Rodrigues is often underrated: 24°C, golden light and declining crowds. An interesting window. Expect rain on 39% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if December (8.4/10) remains theoretically better.
May ranks 7 out of 12 months in Rodrigues.
This month's conditions
What it's like in May
UV index
6 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
muggy at times
18°
Sea
27°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
11.1h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 25
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Is May the right month?
The best month in Rodrigues is December (8.4/10), 0.5 pt higher than May.
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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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Practical info
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 · Mauritius
🗣️LanguageEnglish
💶CurrencyRoupie mauricienne (Rs)
🚗DrivingLeft-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘCheap · 2/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTropical
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthFebruary · 26°C
❄️Coolest monthAugust · 21°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJuly · 48%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘSeason Nov-Apr
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Location
Where is Rodrigues ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
MauritiusTropical climate with a 8.4 → 7.5 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
19.72°S · 63.43°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Rodrigues?
November is the best month with 23.0°C highs, 22.0°C lows, 9.1h of sunshine and 23.0% rainy days. The months of November & December offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Rodrigues get in November?
Rodrigues averages 9.1 sunshine hours per day in November. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.8/10.
What is the rainiest month in Rodrigues?
July is the most unfavourable month with July has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Rodrigues in November?
In November, overnight lows reach 22.0°C, while afternoon highs average 23.0°C.
Is Rodrigues good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Rodrigues scores 7.6/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains November with a score of 7.8/10.
When should you avoid Rodrigues?
July is the most difficult month to visit Rodrigues, with July has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Rodrigues in May?
In May, the sea averages 27°C in Rodrigues: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Rodrigues in May?
The average UV index reaches 6 in May in Rodrigues (moderate), with about 11.1h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.