In September, a significant improvement in weather conditions can be noted. There can be 14 rainy days during the month, but the amount of precipitation decreases significantly, making the rest more comfortable. The air warms up to +30 degrees during the day, and cools down to +19 degrees by night. The water temperature is +25 degrees. The study of weather forecasts will allow you to enjoy the upcoming trip, because the plans will be drawn up in the best way.
Holidays and festivals in Mauritius in September
In Mauritius, in September, it is customary to celebrate the Celebration of the birth of Ganesh Chaturthy. This holiday is religious, but has interesting traditions and rituals. Ganesh Chaturti is the god of wisdom and abundance, who is one of the most revered in the Hindu pantheon.
On the day of the celebration of Ganesh Chaturti, it is customary to bring fresh fruits, sweets, milk and flowers as a sign of worship to God. Coconut nuts are traditionally smashed before the image of God. After prayers and religious offerings, farewell ceremonies, people immerse old images in different bodies of water. In some areas of Mauritius, new images of Ganesh Chaturti are made by the day, for which raw clay is used.
The traditions of one of the most important holidays in Mauritius can be really interesting for tourists.
How to spend time in Mauritius in September?
So, how can you make your long-awaited trip after the rainy season, which is nearing its end?
- A beach holiday becomes possible, because the rains are less and less frequent, and bathing will be a pleasure due to the high temperatures of the air and water.
- In September, tourists can enjoy fishing in Mauritius, because the first month of autumn is considered one of the best. Fishing is recommended in the bays located on the southwest coast.
- Celebrating Ganesh Chaturti is a unique opportunity to learn for yourself an unfamiliar culture, another religion.
Holidays in Mauritius can become interesting and eventful if you approach its organization correctly.
