Country in Africa

Current Local Time in Mauritius

Current local time and time zone in Mauritius, with UTC offset and daylight saving details.

🌤️ 81°F now🕔 10:56 AM local📅 Best: May, June, July, August, September, October and November👥 1.3 million

Current local time in Mauritius

10:56 AM
Friday, August 21, 2026
Time zoneIndian/Mauritius
UTC offsetUTC+04:00
UTC now6:56 AM
Sunrise6:27 AM
Sunset5:58 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise6:27 AM
Sunset5:58 PM
Daylight11h 31m
Solar noon12:12 PM
Golden hour (am)6:27 AM - 7:27 AM
Golden hour (pm)4:58 PM - 5:58 PM
Blue hour (am)5:57 AM - 6:27 AM
Blue hour (pm)5:58 PM - 6:28 PM
Moon phase🌓 First quarter · 54%
Moonrise12:05 PM
Moonset1:15 AM

Golden and blue hour are the standard photographic approximation around sunrise and sunset.

Quick facts about Mauritius

TypeCountry
ContinentAfrica
ContinentAfrica
Coordinates20°9′39.2″S 57°30′4.3″E (-20.1609, 57.5012)
CapitalPort Louis
Population1.300.000
Area788 sq mi
ISO codeMU
ISO 3166-1 alpha-3MUS
CurrencyMauritian rupee (MUR)
LanguagesEnglish, French, Creole
Calling code+230
Time zoneIndian/Mauritius
Local time10:56 AM (UTC+04:00)
Best monthsMay, June, July, August, September, October and November
ClimateTemperate

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Summary

Mauritius is a country in Africa. Mauritius is a country in Africa with its capital at Port Louis. It has a population of about 1.3 million. The capital is Port Louis.

Right now it is 81°F (27°C) in Mauritius with mainly clear. It feels like 83°F. Today runs from 69°F to 83°F. Chance of precipitation is 65%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.5/10 - good conditions.

The best time to visit Mauritius is May, June, July, August, September, October and November. The climate is temperate. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. February is the warmest month with average highs near 88°F, while July is the coldest with lows near 67°F.

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In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 83°F is 3.4°F above the 79°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. family time is the strongest bet in Mauritius today at 7.8/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.

Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.

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Coordinates: 20°9′39.2″S 57°30′4.3″E (-20.1609, 57.5012)

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Mauritius?

Mauritius is a country in Africa. Its coordinates are -20.1609, 57.5012. It lies in Africa.

What is the weather like in Mauritius right now?

It is currently 81°F (27°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 53% and wind is 11 mph.

When is the best time to visit Mauritius?

May, June, July, August, September, October and November offer the most comfortable conditions in Mauritius, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Mauritius in?

Mauritius observes Indian/Mauritius (UTC+04:00). The local time is 10:56 AM.

How many people live in Mauritius?

Mauritius has a population of approximately 1.3 million.

What are the top things to do in Mauritius?

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What places are in Mauritius?

Mauritius covers 1 places in this atlas, including Mauritius.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
MethodScores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown.

Last updated August 21, 2026 at 10:56 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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