Île Ronde, Mauritius

Island Small Mauritian islet with coastal wildlife

Île Ronde, north of Mauritius, is a small protected islet known for reefs and endemic wildlife. Day trips bring snorkelers and conservation‑minded visitors; landings are regulated to protect habitats.

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Île Ronde, Mauritius
-19.8502, 57.7886

Tips for Visiting Île Ronde, Mauritius #

  • Note that Île Ronde (Round Island) is a strictly protected nature reserve and landings are generally prohibited-do not expect public access without a research or conservation permit.
  • If you want to see the island, arrange a licensed boat trip that circles the islet from a distance and respects the no‑landing rules, or visit authorized mainland reserves that interpret the island's fauna and conservation work.
  • Check with local conservation authorities or tour operators in Mauritius before planning a visit-rules and permitted approaches are strictly enforced to protect endemic species.

Best Time to Visit Île Ronde, Mauritius #

Best visited in the dry season (May-October); avoid the peak cyclone months of January-March.

Dry season
May-Oct · 20-28°C
Generally drier, cooler and the most comfortable period for outdoor activities and boat or coastal visits.
Wet/hot season (cyclone risk)
Nov-Apr · 25-30°C
Hotter, more humid with higher rainfall and a real cyclone risk from January to March - avoid travel during severe-weather warnings.
Shoulder months
Oct-Nov · 22-29°C
Transition between dry and wet seasons - warm with increasing humidity and occasional heavy showers.

Weather & Climate near Île Ronde, Mauritius #

Climate

Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in February) and warm winters (coldest in August). Temperatures range from 18°C to 30°C. Abundant rainfall (1555 mm/year), wettest in February.

Best Time to Visit
SeptemberOctoberNovember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
30°
Warmest Month
20°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (232 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

74 Very Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
24° 29°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

232 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
3.1
UV Index
Extreme
13.0h daylight

February

February is the warmest month with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (259 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

74 Very Good

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
24° 30°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

259 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
3.0
UV Index
Extreme
12.6h daylight

March

March is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (203 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

74 Very Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
24° 29°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

203 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

April

April is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Significant rainfall (182 mm).

78 Very Good

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
23° 28°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

182 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
11.5h daylight

May

May is warm with highs of 27°C and lows of 21°C. Significant rainfall (127 mm).

80 Excellent

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
21° 27°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

127 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
Very High
11.1h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 20°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

82 Excellent

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
20° 25°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

81 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
10.8h daylight

July

July is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 18°C. Regular rainfall (83 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

82 Excellent

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
18° 24°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

83 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
11.0h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

82 Excellent

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
18° 24°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

78 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.7
UV Index
Very High
11.3h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm).

88 Excellent

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
19° 24°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

47 mm
Rainfall
5.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
11.9h daylight

October

October is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm).

88 Excellent

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
20° 25°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

50 mm
Rainfall
5.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
12.4h daylight

November

November is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 21°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm).

86 Excellent

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
21° 27°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

63 mm
Rainfall
5.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.9
UV Index
Extreme
12.9h daylight

December

December is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (150 mm).

78 Very Good

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
23° 28°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

150 mm
Rainfall
5.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
3.1
UV Index
Extreme
13.2h daylight

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