The climate of Bon Accueil
Bon Accueil, located in
Mauritius, experiences the Am climate under the Köppen climate classification, which is commonly referred to as the Tropical monsoon type. Its average monthly high temperatures range from 23.5°C (74.3°F) to 28.6°C (83.5°F), while the monthly low temperatures vary from 21.3°C (70.3°F) to 26°C (78.8°F) throughout the year. Measures of humidity show similar consistency, with the lowest humidity registered at 73% in
September and the highest around 78% in the first three months of the year.
Regarding precipitation, Bon Accueil receives most rainfall in
January with 97mm (3.82") recorded, while September receives the least amount — a mere 8mm (0.31"). The town also records a variance in daylight hours, with the longest days seen in
December with 13.3 hours and the shortest in
June with 10.9 hours. The amount of sunshine also differs from month to month, with
October offering the highest sunlit hours at 10.4 hours and
July the least at 6.3 hours.
The wind speed in Bon Accueil averages 17.1km/h (10.6mph) to 23.3km/h (14.5mph), with the highest gusting winds of 32km/h (19.9mph) seen in the
August. Cloud cover maintains a close range from 35% to 44% all year, ensuring a mostly clear sky on average.
The best time to visit Bon Accueil
The most favourable time to visit
Bon Accueil typically falls in the months of
October and
November. During this time, the weather is consistently warmer with average highs circling around 25 to 26.3°C (79.3°F). Simultaneously, the average precipitation is relatively low compared to other months, allowing ample opportunities for outdoor activities.
Adding more attraction to visit, these months offer long sunshine duration, around 10 to 10.4 hours per day, giving a more pleasant experience to travellers. Notably, the wind speed is also less turbulent during these months which further adds to a more comfortable and enjoyable visit.
The worst time to visit Bon Accueil
January to
March is generally categorized as the least favourable period to visit
Bon Accueil. This period showcases the highest rainfalls, with measures reading between 79mm (3.11") and 97mm (3.82"), and exceeding rainfall days from 18.9 days to 20.8 days. These high amounts of precipitation can interrupt travel plans and outdoor activities.
Despite this, the temperature regime is quite warm and the air pressure remains stable from 1011.1 mb to 1012.3 mb, providing slightly consoling conditions for those who venture during these months.
Spring weather in Bon Accueil
In spring — from
September to
November —
Bon Accueil features a suitable climate with rising temperatures from 23.7°C (74.7°F) to 26.3°C (79.3°F). Precipitation falls considerably in this period with rainfall dropping from 8mm (0.31") to 25mm (0.98"), and rainfall days declining from 10 days to 9.5 days.
Simultaneously, daylight hours start to ascend from 12 hours to 13.1 hours and sunshine duration expands from 9.2 hours to 10.1 hours, creating a vibrant and warm ambiance for visitors.
Summer weather in Bon Accueil
Summer in
Bon Accueil, spanning from
December to
February, is accompanied by the highest temperatures, ranging from 27.6°C (81.7°F) to 28.6°C (83.5°F). However, it comes with the caveat of heavy rainfall, peaking at 97mm (3.82") in
January and then slightly decreasing to 79mm (3.11") by February. The combination of high temperature and steep rainfall can create hot and humid conditions, therefore visitors should be prepared for the tropical summer.
Autumn weather in Bon Accueil
The autumn season, from
March to
May, shows a consistent decrease in temperatures from 27.5°C (81.5°F) to 25.8°C (78.4°F). While
April sees the least rainfall of 41mm (1.61"), May starts showing an inclined trend in precipitation again. Although these months experience lowering temperatures, they also see reduced rainfall markedly easing the wet conditions seen in the previous seasons.
Winter weather in Bon Accueil
Winter season from
June to
August provides relief from high temperatures and rainfalls seen in previous months. With temperatures running from 24.5°C (76.1°F) to 23.5°C (74.3°F), this period experiences the least rainfall and marks the start of dry season. The rainfall plummets from 20mm (0.79") to 17mm (0.67") while average sunlight hours show a consistent rise. accompanied by wind speeds at their peak, making the season's weather relatively mild and dry.
Weather in January
Winds start the year slightly stronger in
January in
Bon Accueil,
Mauritius, with an average speed reaching up to 18.2km/h (11.3mph), slightly more than
December's average of 17.5km/h (10.9mph). The climate largely remains tropical at the beginning of the year, characterized by consistent rainfall and warm temperatures.
Weather in January »Weather in February
In the month of
February, the weather in
Bon Accueil stays moderately stable compared to
January. The overall pattern remains consistent with a tropical climate, although the wind speed slightly dips to an average of 17.4km/h (10.8mph).
Weather in February »Weather in March
Bon Accueil sees a minor uptick in average wind speeds to 18.8km/h (11.7mph) in
March, compared to 17.4km/h (10.8mph) in
February. Following the consistent trend of a tropical climate, March continues the year with warm temperatures and regular rainfall.
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Weather in April
Bon Accueil approaches
April with relatively higher wind speeds averaging at 19.9km/h (12.4mph), slightly more than the 18.8km/h (11.7mph) recorded in
March. The tropical climate continues to hold, characterized by warm temperatures and high humidity.
Weather in April » Weather in May
In
May,
Bon Accueil experiences a slight decrease in average wind speed, dropping to 19.7km/h (12.2mph) from 19.9km/h (12.4mph) in
April. This month also witnesses the commencement of the dry season with rainfall dropping to 21mm (0.83"), which is less than half of April's rainfall.
Weather in May »Weather in June
June greets
Bon Accueil with an increase in wind speed to 23.3km/h (14.5mph) from the 19.7km/h (12.2mph) experienced in
May. This month marks the full onset of the dry season, maintaining a low level of rainfall while presenting cooler weather suitable for outdoor activities.
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Weather in July
The wind in
Bon Accueil marginally slows down to an average speed of 23.2km/h (14.4mph) in
July, from
June's average of 23.3km/h (14.5mph). This period continues the pattern of a typical dry season, characterized by reduced rainfall and slightly cooler temperatures.
Weather in July »Weather in August
Weather conditions in
August change subtly as
Bon Accueil sees a slight increase in average wind speed to 23.6km/h (14.7mph), marginally up from
July's 23.2km/h (14.4mph). The month continues with the dry season theme, reflecting reduced rainfall and cooler temperatures.
Weather in August »Weather in September
In
Bon Accueil,
September brings wind speeds slightly down to 22.1km/h (13.7mph) from 23.6km/h (14.7mph) seen in
August. The tropical weather presents a transition period from the dry season to a warmer period with fewer rainfall days.
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Weather in October
October in
Bon Accueil witnesses a dip in average wind speed to 19.7km/h (12.2mph), noticeably dropping from 22.1km/h (13.7mph) recorded in
September. Continuing with the tropical trend, October upholds relatively stable weather conditions with a blend of warm temperatures and consistent rainfall, with the windiest days being fewer.
Weather in October » Weather in November
The month of
November in
Bon Accueil brings cooler breezes, with the winds slowing down to an average of 17.1km/h (10.6mph) from 19.7km/h (12.2mph) in
October. This month marks the start of the rainy season, but with warmth maintained and rainfall slightly elevated, the tropical climate persists.
Weather in November »Weather in December
Closing the year,
December in
Bon Accueil sees a minor increase in wind speed to 17.5km/h (10.9mph) from the 17.1km/h (10.6mph) experienced in
November. Similar weather patterns persist as observed in previous months, with December exhibiting tropical climate features of high temperatures and regular rainfall.
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