The month in detail
What to expect in May
May is peak dry season in Mayotte. The air is warm and humidity more bearable than in the rainy season. Rain risk remains low (15% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if June (8.9/10) remains theoretically better.
May ranks 3 out of 12 months in Mayotte. Compared to April: 19 pts fewer rainy days, +1.1h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in May
UV index
7 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
very humid
22°
Sea
29°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
11.4h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 20
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Is May the right month?
The best month in Mayotte is June (8.9/10), 0.2 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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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 · 84°F
❄️Coolest monthJuly · 81°F
🌧️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.
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🔍 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 82°F highs, 75°F 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 75°F, while afternoon highs average 82°F.
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 May?
In May, the sea averages 84°F in Mayotte: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Mayotte in May?
The average UV index reaches 7 in May in Mayotte (high), with about 11.4h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.