The month of February may still be wet in and around Port Louis, but the warm weather makes it a great place to visit when much of the globe is shivering in the midst of winter. Since it is summer in this portion of the world, it is a good idea to make your bookings as soon as possible in order to secure a room and flight during this busy time.
What's The Weather Like In Port Louis In February
Rain
Visitors will need to make sure they pack plenty of rain gear, as the average rainfall amount for the month is an impressive 198mm. This rain will fall over an average of 11 days. Due to the tropical location and nature of the island, much of the rain will fall in the later afternoon hours and come from brief, heavy downpours. The good news is that the sun usually comes right back out allowing visitors to resume their activities.
Temperature
With the rain, the region still sees an average of 7 hours of sunshine per day. This keeps the region warm with average daily temperatures of 25°C (77°F). Both overnight lows and afternoon temperatures are very warm with lows only falling to 22°C (72°F) and average highs reaching 28°C (82°F). With numbers like this, and combined with the humidity, it will feel much warmer and visitors will need to dress accordingly in order to stay cool.
Sea Temperature
However, this is still a great time of the year to hit the beach. With warm temperatures both on land and in the sea this is the time to participate in the wide array of water sports that are offered such as snorkelling, scuba diving, kite surfing and more. Water temperatures just off shore are a warm 28°C (82°F).
Port Louis Hotels In February
Villa Anakao
With only 10 rooms, Villa Anakao is small, but it certainly knows how to play with the big boys. Each room has a private bathroom and high speed Internet. Guests may choose to participate in a succulent breakfast each morning and may also enjoy lunch or dinner either outside or inside courtesy of the on-site restaurant. There is also a bar and pool for guests to enjoy.
Le Suffren Hotel and Marina
Perfect for the business traveller or for those visiting Port Louis as a family, Le Suffren Hotel and Marina is a great choice in February or anytime of the year. This four-star hotel is located on the waterfront and offers 102 rooms that are decorated in a contemporary style with all the comforts of home. The hotel is also located just steps away from some of the best shopping and dining in the city.
Le Saint Georges Hotel
The three-star Le Saint Georges Hotel is located in the heart of the city and has a total of 82 rooms consisting of standard rooms, junior suites and senior suites. Each room comes equipped with a private bathroom and air conditioning to help guests stay cool through the heat and humidity. Guests may also choose to enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner on site and may also partake of the bar.
Port Louis Beaches In February
Mont Choisy Beach
February is one of the wettest months on the island, but there is still plenty of time to hit the beach and enjoy water temperatures of 28°C (82°F). Located between Pointe aux Cannoniers and Mont Choisy, Mont Choisy Beach is a popular, public beach that welcomes plenty of natives as well as tourists.
The beach consists of turquoise water and a three-kilometre stretch of white sand. If you are looking for some privacy, be sure to visit during the week as there will be plenty of room to spread out and the beach gets much busier over the weekend. Visitors can easily get to the beach by bus from Port Louis.
Bars And Restaurants
Restaurant Red Phoenix
For some of the best Chinese food in Port Louis, be sure to visit Restaurant Red Phoenix. Each dish is very well priced and made quickly to order. Guests may choose from a number of different dishes while enjoying the homemade ice tea. However, you may choose to be adventurous and try the signature octopus dish. The interior is warm and inviting and guests are treated to friendly service throughout the meal.
Curry Bar
For fans of curry, there is no better place than the Curry Bar located in a corner of Brasserie Chic. Guests can choose from six curries from around the world as well as rice, dhal puri or naan and apalam to take the dish in a completely new and unexpected direction.
Kenzi Bar
Located within two blocks of the beach, Kenzi Bar is a great choice if you are looking for a little nightlife. The club offers live music on both Friday and Saturday nights as well as plenty of tunes to get your groove on to. Laid back and friendly, it is a good place to spend some time later in the evening.
Things To Do In Port Louis In February
Central Market
For a look into the true life on the island, be sure to visit the Central Market. Complete with vegetables, meat, dry goods and souvenirs there is plenty to see and do. While some goods may be expensive, try to haggle with the vendor to see if you can score a better deal. Even if you don't need to purchase anything, it is still a sight to see.
Aapravasi Ghat
February is a slightly drier month than January in Port Louis with 198mm of precipitation expected. As a result, now may be a good time to visit the UNESCO World Heritage location of Aapravasi Ghat. This is the site where the British government decided to begin using indentured labour to replace slaves to work in the sugar plantations. A visit to the site is a lesson in the early history of the region.
