Mamoudzou Weather in November

November: warm, with passing rain

November feels warm and sticky, with daytime highs around 28°C and nights barely cooler. Rain falls on about half the days, but there's still plenty of sun between showers. It's a workable month for a stroll along Mamoudzou's waterfront, browsing the market, or taking the barge to Petite-Terre.

The rain can make muddy tracks less pleasant, so save longer walks for a dry spell. December gets much wetter, while November's conditions are still fairly manageable.

Holidays and quieter days

All Saints' Day on 1 November and Armistice Day on 11 November are French public holidays observed in Mayotte. Some shops and services may close or keep shorter hours, so don't count on every stop being open.

If you hate crowds, November is a useful shoulder-season choice. It falls just after Mayotte's generally better-known travel season, from May to October, and before the wetter December period. Mamoudzou may feel calmer than in those busier months, and accommodation can be easier to find; prices vary, though, so don't assume every stay will be cheaper.

Make the barge part of your plan

Travelling with kids? The short barge crossing from Mamoudzou to Petite-Terre can be an outing in itself, with views back towards the town and lagoon. Keep your plans flexible: a shower may interrupt a beach visit, but it needn't spoil a market wander or a meal in town.

For the crossing, head to the Mamoudzou barge terminal and check the return service before spending time on Petite-Terre. That small detail matters if rain rolls in or you'd rather be back in town for dinner.