March 14th: Anticipated Weather Changes & Storm Conditions Ahead

Weather Update Issued at 04:30 on Friday, 14 March 2025 at Met office is indicating a gentle breeze sweeping across our the region, but don’t be deceived by the calm. The weather is set to shift as we head into the afternoon.

Forecast for the Next 24 Hours:

Expect fair weather for the morning hours. However, as the day unfolds, cloud cover will thicken, particularly over the Central Plateau, leading to the possibility of localised showers.

Some of these showers may be of moderate intensity, with the chance of extending into nearby areas.

Temperatures will reach a maximum of 26 to 29 degrees Celsius in the Central Plateau, while the coastal areas will enjoy slightly warmer conditions, ranging from 31 to 34 degrees Celsius.

As night descends, conditions will remain mostly clear, with minimum temperatures falling to between 20 and 22 degrees Celsius in the higher regions and between 24 and 26 degrees Celsius along the coast.

The winds will be light and variable throughout the day.

Caution is advised for those considering a trip to sea, as conditions beyond the reefs are expected to be rough, with south-easterly swells anticipated to reach around 2.5 metres, making it unwise to venture into open waters.

Additional Information:

In a notable development, the moderate tropical storm JUDE has strengthened into a Severe Tropical Storm.

As of 04:00, it was positioned at a latitude of 22.4 degrees South and a longitude of 40.7 degrees East, moving southeast at a speed of approximately 25 km/h.

14th March also marks a Total Eclipse of the Moon, starting at 07:55 and concluding at 14:02.

Unfortunately, this astronomical event will not be visible from Mauritius, Rodrigues, St Brandon, or Agalega.

Tidal Information:

• High tides will occur at 13:13 and again tomorrow at 01:45.
• Low tides are expected at 07:40 and 19:38.

Important Times:

• Sunrise: 06:11
• Sunset: 18:25
• Atmospheric Pressure (04:00): 1010 hectopascals

As we move through the day and into the evening, let us stay alert and prepared for the varying weather conditions our beloved Mauritius may present.

Source: MMS