AI-generatedMamoudzou at a glance
- Best time
- May – Oct
- Warmest month
- Apr · 30°
- Warmest sea
- Mar · 29.6°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,910 h
- Rain a year
- 875 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC+3
- Elevation
- 23 m
Climate in Mamoudzou
Mamoudzou has a tropical climate: it is warm all year round, and the seasons differ mainly in how much rain falls. April is the warmest month with average highs of 30 °C, while July is the coolest at 27 °C. With around 2,910 hours of sunshine a year, Mamoudzou is sunny; November is the sunniest month with 9.0 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Mamoudzou
The best time to visit Mamoudzou is from May to October. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from May to November. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from June to September. The rainy season is from December to March; the wettest month is January with 238 mm.
Mamoudzou through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Mamoudzou in the dry season
Apr – Nov
Excellent
- 27–30 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 8.5 h of sun a day
- 45 rainy days in all
Mamoudzou in the rainy season
Dec – Mar
Fair
- 29–30 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 6.9 h of sun a day
- 77 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
May – Nov
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Jun – Sep
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Dec – Mar
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: July – September
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Excellent
Best time to visit: May – October
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forBeach & swimming
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 26°
- Midday, 13:00: about 28°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 28°
- Evening, 20:00: about 26°
- Night, 23:00: about 25°
05:3417:56
Warm enough for a T-shirt in the evening.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 05:21–06:02 · evening 17:27–18:09
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:12–05:21 · evening 18:09–18:17
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Mamoudzou compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs stay at about 28° from start to end. The days get 0.3 h longer.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 28° | 28° |
| Night-time low | 23° | 25° |
| Sea | 27° | 27° |
| Daylight | 12.2 h | 12.5 h |
What is the weather like in Mamoudzou in October?
In October, Mamoudzou is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 26.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.9 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 19 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Mamoudzou.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 12 h 22 min05:34 – 17:56
- UV index
- 13 · extremeclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 31 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 18 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 27 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+3offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %85 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %98 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %89 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Insect repellent
Compare two months in Mamoudzou
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August has the better holiday weather in Mamoudzou: score 96 against 89. In August, days are 1 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 1 °C cooler in August. August has 4 fewer rainy days.
| Month | October | August |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 89 | 96better |
| Daytime high | 28° | 27° |
| Night-time low | 24° | 23° |
| Sea | 26.9° | 25.9° |
| Sunshine | 8.9 h | 8.5 h |
| Rainy days | 6 | 2better |
| Rainfall | 19 mm | 9 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 31 | 29better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Mamoudzou month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
47January29° · Sea 29° · 6.1 h
In January, Mamoudzou is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 29.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 6.1 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 22 days, totalling 238 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, January is a so-so month for a holiday in Mamoudzou.
Mamoudzou in January48February29° · Sea 29° · 6.4 h
In February, Mamoudzou is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 29.2 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 6.4 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 20 days, totalling 185 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, February is a so-so month for a holiday in Mamoudzou.
Mamoudzou in February46March30° · Sea 30° · 6.9 h
In March, Mamoudzou is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 29.6 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 6.9 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 19 days, totalling 157 mm. On about 11 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, March is a so-so month for a holiday in Mamoudzou.
Mamoudzou in March59April30° · Sea 30° · 8.1 h
In April, Mamoudzou is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 29.5 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 8.1 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 68 mm in total. On about 15 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, April is a so-so month for a holiday in Mamoudzou.
Mamoudzou in April81May29° · Sea 29° · 8.3 h
In May, Mamoudzou is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 28.5 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.3 hours a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 20 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Mamoudzou.
Mamoudzou in May91June28° · Sea 27° · 8.3 h
In June, Mamoudzou is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 27.4 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.3 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 11 mm in total. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Mamoudzou.
Mamoudzou in June95July27° · Sea 26° · 8.1 h
In July, Mamoudzou is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 26.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.1 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 10 mm in total. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Mamoudzou.
Mamoudzou in July96August27° · Sea 26° · 8.5 h
In August, Mamoudzou is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 25.9 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.5 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 9 mm in total. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Mamoudzou.
Mamoudzou in August95September28° · Sea 26° · 8.7 h
In September, Mamoudzou is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 26.2 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.7 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 13 mm in total. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Mamoudzou.
Mamoudzou in September89October28° · Sea 27° · 8.9 h
In October, Mamoudzou is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 26.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.9 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 19 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Mamoudzou.
Mamoudzou in October78November29° · Sea 28° · 9.0 h
In November, Mamoudzou is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 27.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 9.0 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 41 mm in total. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, November is a good month for a holiday in Mamoudzou.
Mamoudzou in November58December29° · Sea 29° · 8.1 h
In December, Mamoudzou is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 28.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.1 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 16 days, totalling 105 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, December is a so-so month for a holiday in Mamoudzou.
Mamoudzou in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Mamoudzou
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Warm 20–24°
- Hot 24° and more
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
HotOctober: nights around 24°. Hot nights: air conditioning makes sleeping much easier. Muggy on about 31 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in August (23°), the warmest in April (26°). Nights stay tropical all year (20 °C and more), so a room with air conditioning or at least a fan pays off. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) all year, on about 354 days a year.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 47 | 29° | 26° | 29.1° | 6.1 h | 22 | 238 |
| FebruaryFeb | 48 | 29° | 26° | 29.2° | 6.4 h | 20 | 185 |
| MarchMar | 46 | 30° | 26° | 29.6° | 6.9 h | 19 | 157 |
| AprilApr | 59 | 30° | 26° | 29.5° | 8.1 h | 13 | 68 |
| MayMay | 81 | 29° | 26° | 28.5° | 8.3 h | 5 | 20 |
| JuneJun | 91 | 28° | 24° | 27.4° | 8.3 h | 3 | 11 |
| JulyJul | 95 | 27° | 23° | 26.3° | 8.1 h | 3 | 10 |
| AugustAug | 96 | 27° | 23° | 25.9° | 8.5 h | 2 | 9 |
| SeptemberSep | 95 | 28° | 23° | 26.2° | 8.7 h | 4 | 13 |
| OctoberOct | 89 | 28° | 24° | 26.9° | 8.9 h | 6 | 19 |
| NovemberNov | 78 | 29° | 25° | 27.9° | 9.0 h | 10 | 41 |
| DecemberDec | 58 | 29° | 26° | 28.9° | 8.1 h | 16 | 105 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
12.78° S, 45.23° E · 23 m · Indian/Mayotte
Sea temperature in Mamoudzou
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 26.6 – 27.4 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Mamoudzou ranges from 25.9 °C in August to 29.6 °C in March. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
The sea temperature varies from year to year: in March, eight out of ten years were between 29.2 and 30.1 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 29.1° | 28.5° | 29.7° | very warm |
| FebruaryFeb | 29.2° | 28.7° | 29.6° | very warm |
| MarchMar | 29.6° | 29.2° | 30.1° | very warm |
| AprilApr | 29.5° | 29.1° | 30.0° | very warm |
| MayMay | 28.5° | 28.2° | 28.9° | warm |
| JuneJun | 27.4° | 27.0° | 27.9° | warm |
| JulyJul | 26.3° | 25.9° | 26.6° | warm |
| AugustAug | 25.9° | 25.5° | 26.2° | pleasant |
| SeptemberSep | 26.2° | 25.8° | 26.6° | warm |
| OctoberOct | 26.9° | 26.6° | 27.4° | warm |
| NovemberNov | 27.9° | 27.3° | 28.5° | warm |
| DecemberDec | 28.9° | 28.3° | 29.5° | warm |
Sunshine hours in Mamoudzou
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 8.9 of 12.4 hours of daylight in Mamoudzou, 72 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Mamoudzou: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Mamoudzou has about 6 rainy days with 19 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Mamoudzou
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 13 · extremeAvoid the midday sun; SPF 50+, covering clothes, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in February (UV 13).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 10 min
- Fair skin
- about 15 min
- Light brown skin
- about 20 min
- Olive skin
- about 25 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind and clouds in Mamoudzou
How breezy and how cloudy Mamoudzou is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Mamoudzou typically peaks at 18 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting: Jan – Feb, May – Aug.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 27 % of the sky over Mamoudzou: mostly sunny, with about 8.9 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat and humidity in Mamoudzou
How often the day gets hot in Mamoudzou (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Mamoudzou has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 28 °C: often muggy. The air feels warmer than the thermometer says: light, airy clothes and slow days help.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Mamoudzou
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Mamoudzou in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Mamoudzou has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 96) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 53).
- 55
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Fair
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 7.7 h of sun a day
- 15 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Storm season
- 83
May half-term
May – Jun
Excellent
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 8.3 h of sun a day
- 5 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 96
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 27 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 8.4 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
- 89
October half-term
Oct
Excellent
- 28 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 8.9 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 53
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Fair
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 7.1 h of sun a day
- 19 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Storm season
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 10 h 35 min
- Distance
- 8,390 km
- Time zone
- UTC+3
- Jet lag
- Hardly any (under 3 h)
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Storm season
Mamoudzou lies in an area that cyclones from the south-western Indian Ocean can reach. The cyclone season runs from November to April, with most storms from January to March. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.
- January: Peak
- February: Peak
- March: Peak
- April: Season
- May
- June
- July
- August
- September
- October
- November: Season
- December: Season
Official season dates of the regional warning centres (NOAA, JMA, IMD, Météo-France, BoM, Fiji Meteorological Service); not a forecast.
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Mamoudzou vs Moroni
In October Mamoudzou has the better holiday weather (score 89 vs 74). During the day Moroni is 1 °C warmer than Mamoudzou. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Mamoudzou | Moroni |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 89 | 74 |
| Daytime high | 28° | 29° |
| Sea | 27° | 27° |
| Sunshine | 9 h | 9 h |
| Rainy days | 6 | 9 |
| Best time | May – Oct | Aug – Oct |
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Frequently asked questions about Mamoudzou
When is the best time to visit Mamoudzou?
The best time to visit Mamoudzou is from May to October. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Mamoudzou?
The sea temperature in Mamoudzou ranges from 25.9 °C in August to 29.6 °C in March. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Mamoudzou in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 26.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Mamoudzou?
April is the warmest month, with average highs of 30 °C and nights around 26 °C. July is the coolest month at 27 °C.
When does it rain most in Mamoudzou?
The rainy season is from December to March; the wettest month is January with 238 mm. The driest month is August with 9 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Mamoudzou get?
Mamoudzou gets around 2,910 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is November with 9.0 hours a day; in January there are 6.1 hours a day.
What time zone is Mamoudzou in?
Mamoudzou is on UTC+3 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Mamoudzou?
A nonstop flight from London to Mamoudzou takes about 10 h 35 min, for a straight-line distance of about 8,390 km.
When is cyclone season in Mamoudzou?
Mamoudzou lies in an area that cyclones from the south-western Indian Ocean can reach. The cyclone season runs from November to April, with most storms from January to March. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.
Which school holidays are best for Mamoudzou?
Mamoudzou has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 96) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 53). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 55, May half-term 83, summer holidays 96, October half-term 89, Christmas holidays 53.