The climate of Quatre Bornes
Quatre Bornes, nestled in
Mauritius, experiences a Tropical wet and dry climate also known as savanna climate according to the Köppen climate classification. The transition from wet to dry months and back results in a varied distribution of weather conditions throughout the calendar year.
Monthly temperatures remain consistent in Quatre Bornes, with the highest average temperature registering between 27.3°C (81.1°F) to 28.5°C (83.3°F) from
January to
March. A gradual decrease in temperature follows, reaching the lowest in
July and
August at 23.3°C (73.9°F). The minimum average temperature lies in a similar range, peaking at 25.6°C (78.1°F) in
February and decreasing to 20.7°C (69.3°F) in August. This decrease is followed by a slow ascent as the year concludes.
The city receives a substantial amount of rainfall with January and February witnessing maximum precipitation levels at 129mm (5.08") and 121mm (4.76") respectively. This amount then reduces consistently till August with a record low of 12mm (0.47"), marking the dry season. Rainfall again increases steadily towards the closing of the year. In the case of cloud coverage, slightly more clouds hover above Quatre Bornes during the first few months with 45% coverage from February to
April. Thereafter, cloud cover reduces and fluctuates between 37% to 42%.
Wind speeds, on the other hand, show an interesting pattern. These speeds increase from 17.6km/h (10.9mph) in January to a maximum average of 22.8km/h (14.2mph) in August. A subsequent decrease follows this peak as the year progresses. From
May to
November, the gust of wind surpasses 26km/h (16.2mph), corroborating the increase in wind speeds.
The best time to visit Quatre Bornes
Given the climatic characteristics of
Quatre Bornes, the ideal period to tour this city lies between
May and
November. This time frame aligns with the dry season, resulting in significantly lesser rainfall, dropping to a low of just 12mm (0.47") in
August. Also, this period witnesses the highest number of sunshine days with up to 11.8 days in
October. Temperatures maintain a comfortable range from 23.3°C (73.9°F) to 24.8°C (76.6°F) during these months, providing inviting weather for outdoor activities.
The worst time to visit Quatre Bornes
Tourists desiring to steer clear of the heaviest rainfall should avoid visiting
Quatre Bornes in
January and
February when the rainfall measures up to a high of 129mm (5.08") and 121mm (4.76") respectively. These months also encounter relatively higher temperatures, with the mercury level peaking at 28.5°C (83.3°F) in February. The number of sunshine days dwindles to single digits, making sightseeing less enjoyable in the continuous downpour and high humidity.
Spring weather in Quatre Bornes
Spring, occurring from
September to
November, witnesses the gradual increase in temperatures from 23.7°C (74.7°F) to 27.6°C (81.7°F) as well as in rainfall, ranging from 12mm (0.47") to 72mm (2.83"). Despite this uptick in rainfall, the average number of sunny days remains high and is the most during
October with 11.8 sunny days. Thus, with moderate temperatures and plenty of sunshine, Spring can be an appealing time for visitors.
Summer weather in Quatre Bornes
The official summer season in
Quatre Bornes starts in
December and extends to
February. Throughout these months, both temperatures and humidity levels increase. Average temperatures remain high, ranging from 28.3°C (82.9°F) in December to 28.5°C (83.3°F) in February, with the minimum temperature not seeing much variation, between 24.7°C (76.5°F) to 25.6°C (78.1°F). Rainfall levels also peak in these months, making it the wettest season of the year.
Autumn weather in Quatre Bornes
Autumn in
Quatre Bornes extends from
March to
May. During this time, temperatures start to decrease, and rainfall amounts also decline substantially from 97mm (3.82") in May down to 29mm (1.14") in May. Also, the number of sunny days increases, rendering it an appropriate period for tourists to explore the city.
Winter weather in Quatre Bornes
In contrast to traditional winters, the winter season in
Quatre Bornes does not bring extreme cold. Average temperatures dip to the somewhat cooler range of 23.3°C (73.9°F) from
June to
August. Also, rainfall is the lowest during this season, particularly in August when precipitation is just 12mm (0.47"). Wind speeds, however, reach their highest levels, gusting as strong as 30.8km/h (19.1mph) in June.
Weather in January
January weather in
Quatre Bornes maintains uniformly high temperatures as in the previous month, ranging from 25.4°C (77.7°F) to 28.3°C (82.9°F). The consistent tropical climate is matched with relative humidity, standing at 78%, making the air feel more balmy.
Weather in January » Weather in February
In
February,
Quatre Bornes experiences a slight rise in the lowest temperature, from 25.4°C (77.7°F) to 25.6°C (78.1°F), while the highest temperature remains largely unchanged, registering at 28.5°C (83.3°F). Relatively cooler than the previous month, it also witnesses a marginal decrease in rainfall, dropping to 121mm (4.76").
Weather in February »Weather in March
Quatre Bornes weather in
March undergoes changes compared to
February, with temperatures taking a slightly downward turn to lie between 25.2°C (77.4°F) and 28.2°C (82.8°F). The decrease in rainfall to 97mm (3.82") indicates failing monsoon activity and the entry of summer.
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Weather in April
April marks the arrival of slightly warmer periods in
Quatre Bornes, where temperature starts to descend from the highs of 28.2°C (82.8°F) to 27.3°C (81.1°F) and lows of 25.2°C (77.4°F) to 24.3°C (75.7°F). This decrease is attributed to the waning summer season and entry of slightly cooler climatic conditions.
Weather in April » Weather in May
May is significantly different from the previous month with respect to temperatures, falling noticeably from 27.3°C (81.1°F) to 25.6°C (78.1°F) at their peak and from 24.3°C (75.7°F) to 22.9°C (73.2°F) at their lowest. The decline in humidity to 76% hints at the onset of pleasant weather conditions.
Weather in May » Weather in June
June, in
Quatre Bornes, signifies mild weather changes when compared to
May, with temperatures ranging between 21.7°C (71.1°F) and 24.2°C (75.6°F). Climatic conditions start to evolve with decreased humidity and a further drop in rainfall to 22mm (0.87").
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Weather in July
July brings a slight deviation in
Quatre Bornes weather, with temperatures sliding further to stay between 20.9°C (69.6°F) and 23.3°C (73.9°F). The significantly lighter rainfall of 18mm (0.71") compared to
June indicates a dry spell, whilst the high-pressure conditions of 1020.2mb suggest less volatile weather conditions.
Weather in July » Weather in August
August maintains the cooling trend with temperatures ranging between 20.7°C (69.3°F) and 23.3°C (73.9°F), essentially unchanged from
July. A minor rise in rainfall to 20mm (0.79"), however, suggests the impending arrival of wetter conditions.
Weather in August » Weather in September
In
September,
Quatre Bornes experiences an increase in temperatures, with the range settling between 21.3°C (70.3°F) and 23.7°C (74.7°F). There's a significant decrease in rainfall, reaching a yearly low of 12mm (0.47"), and an increase in wind speed to 21.5km/h (13.4mph).
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Weather in October
October sees a rise in temperature in
Quatre Bornes, with values ranging between 22.2°C (72°F) and 24.8°C (76.6°F); a significant increase from
September. An increased rainfall, though moderate to 23mm (0.91"), give an indication of the mild and slightly wet season setting in.
Weather in October » Weather in November
November's temperatures vary between 23.3°C (73.9°F) and 26.3°C (79.3°F), marking a warmer climate compared to the month of
October. The rainfall count nearly doubles to 45mm (1.77"), signifying wetter conditions. A subtle increase in humidity levels to 75% hints at a slightly humid atmosphere, but the increase in wind speed to 16.4km/h (10.2mph) retains the pleasant weather.
Weather in November » Weather in December
December sees temperatures climbing between 24.7°C (76.5°F) and 27.6°C (81.7°F), signaling an incoming warmer season. The rainfall also soars to 72mm (2.83"), confirming the onset of the wet season. The daylight hours extend marginally to 13.3, and the sun shines for 10.1 hours daily, maintaining mild and enjoyable climatic conditions.
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