Climate Insights for Central Flacq
Flacq, Mauritius
Climate Overview
The climate in Central Flacq is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 1,209 mm of precipitation falls per year. Central Flacq receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Central Flacq is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed: summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: February, March, January. The coldest months are August, July, September, when temperatures can drop to 20°C.The climate in Central Flacq is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 75°F and approximately 47.6 in of precipitation falls per year. Central Flacq receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Central Flacq is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed: summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: February, March, January. The coldest months are August, July, September, when temperatures can drop to 67°F.
Temperature
Central Flacq has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 8°C range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 20°C and an average of 21°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°C between highs and lows.Central Flacq has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 15°F range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 82°F and the mean temperature sits around 79°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 67°F and an average of 70°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Central Flacq is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,209 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 101 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 201 mm of rainfall. February and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 35 mm. That's 166 mm less than January, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.Central Flacq is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 47.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 7.9 in of rainfall. February and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 1.4 in. That's 6.5 in less than January, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.
Wind
Central Flacq is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 20km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 25km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 18km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 7km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 24km/h in winter, 20km/h in spring, 19km/h in summer, 19km/h in autumn.Central Flacq is very windy, with an average annual wind speed of 13mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 15mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 11mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4mph gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 15mph in winter, 12mph in spring, 12mph in summer, 12mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Central Flacq is during May, June, July, August, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 54 mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 28°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Central Flacq is during May, June, July, August, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 72°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.1 in per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 82°F. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Central Flacq based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Central Flacq based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.