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Grand Baie
Grand Baie, Mauritius
Grand Baie gives you a very visible version of northern Mauritius: small boats on the lagoon, shops along Royal Road and enough restaurants to make dinner an easy decision.
Overview
The complete picture of Grand Baie
Grand Baie gives you a very visible version of northern Mauritius: small boats on the lagoon, shops along Royal Road and enough restaurants to make dinner an easy decision. The attraction for a longer stay is the possibility of fitting the sea into ordinary days, rather than spending every day inside a resort. This guide uses the Grand Baie Village Council Area, counted across its eastern and western census sections, not the entire northern tourist coast. The central bay is the obvious place to begin a housing search if nearby groceries and meals matter. It also brings traffic, boats and evening activity. La Cuvette offers a smaller beach setting, while the La Croisette and Chemin Vingt Pieds area puts retail and practical services closer at hand. Inland parts of the Sottise corridor can work differently again. Test the actual walk from a proposed home: a short distance on a map does not promise a shaded pavement or an easy crossing. Le Capitaine, La Rougaille Creole and Botteghita give the dining recommendations different starting points, from Creole food to Italian cooking. La Croisette combines errands with a coffee stop. La Cuvette and the central public beach offer access to the water, but the boat-filled bay should not be treated as one unrestricted swimming area. The sugar museum at Beau Plan and the botanical garden at Pamplemousses are separate outings outside the counted village, not local neighbourhood amenities. A tropical address comes with practical work. Inspect cooling, ventilation, damp, drainage and arrangements during power or water interruptions. Cyclone warnings can change transport and outdoor plans quickly. The international airport is across the island, so frequent flying requires more planning than the village's holiday atmosphere suggests. For ongoing medical needs, confirm the appropriate clinician and any hospital-transfer arrangements before committing to a stay. The budget is a dated planning model for ordinary longer-term living, not a guarantee that a furnished apartment is available for one month at the quoted rent. Insurance, flights and household-specific medical costs need separate allowances. Mauritius has formal visitor and residence routes; renting a home does not itself establish permission to remain or work. Grand Baie can suit someone who values a sociable coastal base and accepts its traffic, seasonal weather and tourist-market housing tradeoffs.
Cost of living snapshot
A practical executive summary for residents and relocators
2 budget bands
Executive summary
Estimated one-adult monthly cost of living: $960–$1,760 per month (USD).
USDmedium confidence
One adult
$960–$1,760 per month (USD)
Couple — two adults sharing housing
$1,220–$2,200 per month (USD)
Estimated for two adults sharing one home. Actual costs vary by housing, lifestyle and healthcare needs.
Monthly cost breakdown
The detailed budget categories that shape the monthly picture
14 live categories
Housing Rent
$491.27–$961.17 per month (USD)
Groceries Dining
$228.55–$346.66 per month (USD)
Utilities
$66.43–$107.87 per month (USD)
Local Transport
$53.4–$106.8 per month (USD)
Internet Mobile
$49.77–$62.37 per month (USD)
Entertainment Fitness
$42.72–$106.8 per month (USD)
Household Incidentals
$32.04–$64.08 per month (USD)
Housing Rent
$491.27–$961.17 per month (USD)
Groceries Dining
$388.53–$589.31 per month (USD)
Utilities
$74.76–$120.25 per month (USD)
Local Transport
$85.44–$160.2 per month (USD)
Internet Mobile
$65.79–$82.23 per month (USD)
Entertainment Fitness
$72.62–$181.56 per month (USD)
Household Incidentals
$48.06–$96.12 per month (USD)
How the estimate is framed
Based on the destination's reported monthly cost-of-living range.
Media and atmosphere
Photos, streets, and daily life
3 curated assets
Destination Guide
Destination guide
A magazine-style introduction to Grand Baie
What you'll learn
- • Whether the destination deserves serious consideration
- • Which facts matter most before you dig deeper
- • The lifestyle qualities that make the place feel distinct
What to know first
Population11,239
Average temperaturesMonthly averages range from 71.6°F to 83.1°F across the year
WalkabilityA convenient base for errands, but boat activity, traffic and evening venues can matter more than the sea view. Check safe road crossings.
TransitSir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport is in the southeast of the island, well outside Grand Baie. Plan a booked road transfer; local buses and taxis support some trips, but no rail service to Grand Baie is assumed. Traffic and the final walk can make a central address more practical than a cheaper distant rental.
HealthcareC-Care provides a Grand Baie facility, but confirm the required speciality, emergency arrangements and whether transfer to a larger hospital is necessary. Insurance acceptance and payment are individual matters.
Personal safetyPERSONAL SAFETY NOT YET DOCUMENTED for this destination - treat as unknown, not as safe or unsafe.
Airport accessGrand Baie practical transport
CurrencyMUR
LanguageMauritian Creole, French and English
Time zoneIndian/Mauritius
Visa friendlyMauritius offers a Premium Visa and a retired non-citizen residence route; verify current eligibility, financial conditions and permitted activities with the authorities.
What makes it distinctive
The qualities that shape daily life
Practical Details
Premium intelligence
Scores and fit
Cost of living
Grand Baie gives you a very visible version of northern Mauritius: small boats on the lagoon, shops along Royal Road and enough restaurants to make dinner an easy decision.
One adult: $960–$1,760 per month (USD)Couple — two adults sharing housing: $1,220–$2,200 per month (USD)
Neighborhood summary
How the city is experienced block by block
5 districts
Flagship neighborhood 1
Central bay / Royal Road
A convenient base for errands, but boat activity, traffic and evening venues can matter more than the sea view. Check safe road crossings.
Best for
Shops, dining and bay access
Overall vibe
It offers a clear local rhythm and strong daily-life texture.
Neighborhood resources
Explore this neighborhood
Best For
Shops, dining and bay access
Overall Vibe
It offers a clear local rhythm and strong daily-life texture.
Housing
Inspect the individual property; no neighborhood-wide rent or condition claim.
Pros
Shops, dining and bay access
Cons
A convenient base for errands, but boat activity, traffic and evening venues can matter more than the sea view. Check safe road crossings.
Neighborhood intelligence
A curatorial guide to the places that make the neighborhood feel real
Family friendly
Family-friendly places
School language, admission eligibility, catchment and fees need a household-specific check; no place is guaranteed.
Remote work
Remote-work-friendly spots
Walkability
A convenient base for errands, but boat activity, traffic and evening venues can matter more than the sea view. Check safe road crossings.
How easily daily errands and neighborhood life can be handled on foot.
Transit
Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport is in the southeast of the island, well outside Grand Baie. Plan a booked road transfer; local buses and taxis support some trips, but no rail service to Grand Baie is assumed. Traffic and the final walk can make a central address more practical than a cheaper distant rental.
How well the area supports car-light routines and local travel.
Safety
Tropical cyclones, heavy rain and flash flooding can disrupt the island, especially in the wetter season. Secure accommodation and follow current meteorological advice. Petty theft is a concern in tourist areas; boat traffic, currents and operator standards need attention around the bay.
How the area is perceived for daily calm and residential comfort.
Live neighborhood resources
Flagship neighborhood 2
La Cuvette side
Small distances can still involve uneven pavements; inspect the route at night and do not assume beachfront access from every rental.
Best for
Public beach access and quieter side streets
Overall vibe
It offers a clear local rhythm and strong daily-life texture.
Neighborhood resources
Explore this neighborhood
Best For
Public beach access and quieter side streets
Overall Vibe
It offers a clear local rhythm and strong daily-life texture.
Housing
Inspect the individual property; no neighborhood-wide rent or condition claim.
Pros
Public beach access and quieter side streets
Cons
Small distances can still involve uneven pavements; inspect the route at night and do not assume beachfront access from every rental.
Neighborhood intelligence
A curatorial guide to the places that make the neighborhood feel real
Family friendly
Family-friendly places
School language, admission eligibility, catchment and fees need a household-specific check; no place is guaranteed.
Remote work
Remote-work-friendly spots
Walkability
A convenient base for errands, but boat activity, traffic and evening venues can matter more than the sea view. Check safe road crossings.
How easily daily errands and neighborhood life can be handled on foot.
Transit
Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport is in the southeast of the island, well outside Grand Baie. Plan a booked road transfer; local buses and taxis support some trips, but no rail service to Grand Baie is assumed. Traffic and the final walk can make a central address more practical than a cheaper distant rental.
How well the area supports car-light routines and local travel.
Safety
Tropical cyclones, heavy rain and flash flooding can disrupt the island, especially in the wetter season. Secure accommodation and follow current meteorological advice. Petty theft is a concern in tourist areas; boat traffic, currents and operator standards need attention around the bay.
How the area is perceived for daily calm and residential comfort.
Live neighborhood resources
Flagship neighborhood 3
La Croisette / Chemin Vingt Pieds
Modern apartments offer a different routine from the old bay frontage. Check traffic, construction noise and whether the exact property lies within the village boundary.
Best for
Retail and practical services
Overall vibe
It offers a clear local rhythm and strong daily-life texture.
Neighborhood resources
Explore this neighborhood
Best For
Retail and practical services
Overall Vibe
It offers a clear local rhythm and strong daily-life texture.
Housing
Inspect the individual property; no neighborhood-wide rent or condition claim.
Pros
Retail and practical services
Cons
Modern apartments offer a different routine from the old bay frontage. Check traffic, construction noise and whether the exact property lies within the village boundary.
Neighborhood intelligence
A curatorial guide to the places that make the neighborhood feel real
Family friendly
Family-friendly places
School language, admission eligibility, catchment and fees need a household-specific check; no place is guaranteed.
Remote work
Remote-work-friendly spots
Walkability
A convenient base for errands, but boat activity, traffic and evening venues can matter more than the sea view. Check safe road crossings.
How easily daily errands and neighborhood life can be handled on foot.
Transit
Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport is in the southeast of the island, well outside Grand Baie. Plan a booked road transfer; local buses and taxis support some trips, but no rail service to Grand Baie is assumed. Traffic and the final walk can make a central address more practical than a cheaper distant rental.
How well the area supports car-light routines and local travel.
Safety
Tropical cyclones, heavy rain and flash flooding can disrupt the island, especially in the wetter season. Secure accommodation and follow current meteorological advice. Petty theft is a concern in tourist areas; boat traffic, currents and operator standards need attention around the bay.
How the area is perceived for daily calm and residential comfort.
Live neighborhood resources
Flagship neighborhood 4
Sottise corridor
A useful housing search area away from the immediate waterfront; beach trips and some errands may need transport. Confirm the exact address, not just the Grand Baie marketing label.
Best for
Residential alternatives inland
Overall vibe
It offers a clear local rhythm and strong daily-life texture.
Neighborhood resources
Explore this neighborhood
Best For
Residential alternatives inland
Overall Vibe
It offers a clear local rhythm and strong daily-life texture.
Housing
Inspect the individual property; no neighborhood-wide rent or condition claim.
Pros
Residential alternatives inland
Cons
A useful housing search area away from the immediate waterfront; beach trips and some errands may need transport. Confirm the exact address, not just the Grand Baie marketing label.
Neighborhood intelligence
A curatorial guide to the places that make the neighborhood feel real
Family friendly
Family-friendly places
School language, admission eligibility, catchment and fees need a household-specific check; no place is guaranteed.
Remote work
Remote-work-friendly spots
Walkability
A convenient base for errands, but boat activity, traffic and evening venues can matter more than the sea view. Check safe road crossings.
How easily daily errands and neighborhood life can be handled on foot.
Transit
Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport is in the southeast of the island, well outside Grand Baie. Plan a booked road transfer; local buses and taxis support some trips, but no rail service to Grand Baie is assumed. Traffic and the final walk can make a central address more practical than a cheaper distant rental.
How well the area supports car-light routines and local travel.
Safety
Tropical cyclones, heavy rain and flash flooding can disrupt the island, especially in the wetter season. Secure accommodation and follow current meteorological advice. Petty theft is a concern in tourist areas; boat traffic, currents and operator standards need attention around the bay.
How the area is perceived for daily calm and residential comfort.
Live neighborhood resources
Destination highlights
Real recommendations that span all of Grand Baie
Restaurants across Grand Baie
Real, verified Grand Baie places in this category.
Le CapitaineRoyal Road seafood and Creole dining overlooking the bay; confirm the current menu and reservation arrangements.Open
Neighborhood
Grand Baie
La Rougaille CreoleCreole cooking near Sunset Boulevard; a local directory page provides contact details, not guaranteed opening hours.Open
Neighborhood
Grand Baie
BotteghitaItalian dishes and bar service on Coastal Road, offering an alternative to seafood-focused meals.Open
Neighborhood
Grand Baie
Le Grand BRestaurant at Domaine de Grand Baie on Chemin Vingt Pieds; confirm access for non-residents and the current menu.Open
Neighborhood
Grand Baie
Coffee across Grand Baie
Real, verified Grand Baie places in this category.
Vida e Café La CroisetteCoffee stop within La Croisette, useful alongside shopping and practical errands; verify current branch service.Open
Neighborhood
Grand Baie
Parks & recreation across Grand Baie
Real, verified Grand Baie places in this category.
SSR Botanic Garden PamplemoussesHistoric botanical garden in Pamplemousses, outside the village scope; a separate trip rather than a residential neighbourhood.Open
Neighborhood
Grand Baie
Shopping across Grand Baie
Real, verified Grand Baie places in this category.
Grand Baie La CroisetteShopping centre with food, practical services and retail; road crossings and the final walk matter more than map distance.Open
Neighborhood
Grand Baie
Super U Grand BaieCentral supermarket for household provisions; check the specific branch and current opening arrangements.Open
Neighborhood
Grand Baie
Sunset BoulevardWaterfront shopping area in central Grand Baie; combine browsing with bay views rather than expecting a traffic-free village centre.Open
Neighborhood
Grand Baie
Healthcare across Grand Baie
Real, verified Grand Baie places in this category.
C-Care Grand BaieC-Care provides a Grand Baie facility, but confirm the required speciality, emergency arrangements and whether transfer to a larger hospital is necessary. Insurance acceptance and payment are individual matters.Open
Neighborhood
Grand Baie
Attractions & things to do across Grand Baie
Real, verified Grand Baie places in this category.
L'Aventure du SucreSugar-industry and island-history museum in Beau Plan, outside Grand Baie; plan transport for this outing.Open
Neighborhood
Grand Baie
Outdoor recreation across Grand Baie
Real, verified Grand Baie places in this category.
La Cuvette Public BeachA smaller public bathing beach in Grand Baie; assess sea conditions and keep possessions attended.Open
Neighborhood
Grand Baie
Grand Baie Public BeachCentral bay frontage near shops and boat activity; do not assume every part of the boat-filled bay is a swimming area.Open
Neighborhood
Grand Baie
Maps and resources
Discovery links grouped by category
Hotels
Vacation Rentals
Weather
Consulates
Social Discovery
Deep Dive
Editorial overview
The living rhythms that shape the place
Movement
Getting around
Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport is in the southeast of the island, well outside Grand Baie. Plan a booked road transfer; local buses and taxis support some trips, but no rail service to Grand Baie is assumed. Traffic and the final walk can make a central address more practical than a cheaper distant rental.
Seasonal living
Climate and recreation
Movement
Transportation
Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport is in the southeast of the island, well outside Grand Baie. Plan a booked road transfer; local buses and taxis support some trips, but no rail service to Grand Baie is assumed. Traffic and the final walk can make a central address more practical than a cheaper distant rental.
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Airport access: Regional and international access
Wellness
Healthcare
C-Care provides a Grand Baie facility, but confirm the required speciality, emergency arrangements and whether transfer to a larger hospital is necessary. Insurance acceptance and payment are individual matters.
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Insurance and access: Insurance premiums and household-specific treatment costs excluded from planning budgets.
Retirement
Retirement
Lifestyle suitability does not establish residence rights or healthcare entitlement.
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Who should not: Grand Baie gives you a very visible version of northern Mauritius: small boats on the lagoon, shops along Royal Road and enough restaurants to make dinner an easy decision. The attraction for a longer stay is the possibility of fitting the sea into ordinary days, rather than spending every day inside a resort. This guide uses the Grand Baie Village Council Area, counted across its eastern and western census sections, not the entire northern tourist coast. The central bay is the obvious place to begin a housing search if nearby groceries and meals matter. It also brings traffic, boats and evening activity. La Cuvette offers a smaller beach setting, while the La Croisette and Chemin Vingt Pieds area puts retail and practical services closer at hand. Inland parts of the Sottise corridor can work differently again. Test the actual walk from a proposed home: a short distance on a map does not promise a shaded pavement or an easy crossing. Le Capitaine, La Rougaille Creole and Botteghita give the dining recommendations different starting points, from Creole food to Italian cooking. La Croisette combines errands with a coffee stop. La Cuvette and the central public beach offer access to the water, but the boat-filled bay should not be treated as one unrestricted swimming area. The sugar museum at Beau Plan and the botanical garden at Pamplemousses are separate outings outside the counted village, not local neighbourhood amenities. A tropical address comes with practical work. Inspect cooling, ventilation, damp, drainage and arrangements during power or water interruptions. Cyclone warnings can change transport and outdoor plans quickly. The international airport is across the island, so frequent flying requires more planning than the village's holiday atmosphere suggests. For ongoing medical needs, confirm the appropriate clinician and any hospital-transfer arrangements before committing to a stay. The budget is a dated planning model for ordinary longer-term living, not a guarantee that a furnished apartment is available for one month at the quoted rent. Insurance, flights and household-specific medical costs need separate allowances. Mauritius has formal visitor and residence routes; renting a home does not itself establish permission to remain or work. Grand Baie can suit someone who values a sociable coastal base and accepts its traffic, seasonal weather and tourist-market housing tradeoffs. Best neighborhoods: Central bay / Royal Road, La Cuvette side, La Croisette / Chemin Vingt Pieds, Sottise corridor, Pointe aux Canonniers side Taxes: Estimated one-adult monthly cost of living: $960–$1,760 per month (USD).
Family
Family
School language, admission eligibility, catchment and fees need a household-specific check; no place is guaranteed.
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Neighborhood recommendations: Central bay / Royal Road, La Cuvette side, La Croisette / Chemin Vingt Pieds, Sottise corridor, Pointe aux Canonniers side
Remote work
Digital nomad
Test measured connectivity and permitted work activity separately; the budget is not a broadband availability guarantee.
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Visa: Requirements vary by citizenship Monthly costs: One adult: $960–$1,760 per month (USD) • Couple — two adults sharing housing: $1,220–$2,200 per month (USD) Best neighborhoods: Central bay / Royal Road, La Cuvette side, La Croisette / Chemin Vingt Pieds, Sottise corridor, Pointe aux Canonniers side
Practical Living Snapshot
Walkability and terrain
- Test the whole trip to groceries and care in realistic weather.
- Address and route specific; not universally verified
Daily errands and convenience
- Test the actual route to the named markets and shopping resources.
- Small distances can still involve uneven pavements; inspect the route at night and do not assume beachfront access from every rental.
Internet and remote-work reliability
- Test measured connectivity and permitted work activity separately; the budget is not a broadband availability guarantee.
Language ease
- Learn useful local phrases and arrange translation where documents or medical details require it.
- Tourism services do not establish universal English access.
Community and Personal Comfort
Social integration and community character
- Use the named cafés, markets and cultural places as starting points for recurring visits, with language and transport needs considered.
LGBTQ+ considerations
- Legal framework and lived experience are distinct. Check current advice.
- This reflects general legal and cultural context only - not individualized legal advice, and not a guarantee of safety or comfort.
Family
- School language, admission eligibility, catchment and fees need a household-specific check; no place is guaranteed.
Pets
- Confirm written landlord permission and building rules.
Reality and Environment
Environmental and natural-hazard risks
- No current measured air-quality score claimed; check local alerts.
- Check current water advisories and property supply arrangements; no laboratory result claimed.
- Tropical cyclones, heavy rain and flash flooding can disrupt the island, especially in the wetter season. Secure accommodation and follow current meteorological advice. Petty theft is a concern in tourist areas; boat traffic, currents and operator standards need attention around the bay.
Crowds and seasonality
- Tropical cyclones, heavy rain and flash flooding can disrupt the island, especially in the wetter season. Secure accommodation and follow current meteorological advice. Petty theft is a concern in tourist areas; boat traffic, currents and operator standards need attention around the bay.
Who tends to love or struggle with this destination
- Conditional monthly RELOCATE planning range for one or two adults sharing a two-bedroom apartment. No car ownership/hire included. Monthly asking rents are not confirmed furnished 30-day rates; short stays require a separate quote. Excludes health/travel insurance, individual treatment, taxes, deposits, moving costs, international travel, children and major purchases. Check utility inclusions and avoid double counting. Furnished two-bedroom listing MUR23,000/month and a separate MUR45,000 listing anchor the planning range. Actual duration, availability, inclusions and deposit require agreement; monthly pricing alone does not establish a one-month lease.
- 2022: Grand Baie Village Council Area: 9,312 east plus 1,927 west; excludes neighbouring village council areas
- C-Care provides a Grand Baie facility, but confirm the required speciality, emergency arrangements and whether transfer to a larger hospital is necessary. Insurance acceptance and payment are individual matters.
- Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport is in the southeast of the island, well outside Grand Baie. Plan a booked road transfer; local buses and taxis support some trips, but no rail service to Grand Baie is assumed. Traffic and the final walk can make a central address more practical than a cheaper distant rental.
- Tropical cyclones, heavy rain and flash flooding can disrupt the island, especially in the wetter season. Secure accommodation and follow current meteorological advice. Petty theft is a concern in tourist areas; boat traffic, currents and operator standards need attention around the bay.
Real destination-level research
Lifestyle & Recreation
What day-to-day life, the surrounding landscape, and recreation genuinely look like here - based on verified research, never a generic checklist.
Settlement Type
Grand Baie Village Council Area: 9,312 east plus 1,927 west; excludes neighbouring village council areas
Urban Scale
Grand Baie gives you a very visible version of northern Mauritius: small boats on the lagoon, shops along Royal Road and enough restaurants to make dinner an easy decision. The attraction for a longer stay is the possibility of fitting the sea into ordinary days, rather than spending every day inside a resort. This guide uses the Grand Baie Village Council Area, counted across its eastern and western census sections, not the entire northern tourist coast.
Healthcare
C-Care provides a Grand Baie facility, but confirm the required speciality, emergency arrangements and whether transfer to a larger hospital is necessary. Insurance acceptance and payment are individual matters.
Named places
Transit
Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport is in the southeast of the island, well outside Grand Baie. Plan a booked road transfer; local buses and taxis support some trips, but no rail service to Grand Baie is assumed. Traffic and the final walk can make a central address more practical than a cheaper distant rental.
Language
Mauritian Creole, French and English; confirm provider-specific language support.
Walkability
A convenient base for errands, but boat activity, traffic and evening venues can matter more than the sea view. Check safe road crossings.
Natural Setting
Tropical cyclones, heavy rain and flash flooding can disrupt the island, especially in the wetter season. Secure accommodation and follow current meteorological advice. Petty theft is a concern in tourist areas; boat traffic, currents and operator standards need attention around the bay.
Named places
Dining
Named choices: Le Capitaine, La Rougaille Creole, Botteghita, Le Grand B. Confirm current service.
Coffee
Coffee or bakery stops: Vida e Café La Croisette. Confirm branch and service.
Culture Museums
Cultural options: L'Aventure du Sucre. Check current visitor arrangements.
Shopping Markets
Shopping options: Grand Baie La Croisette, Super U Grand Baie, Sunset Boulevard. Confirm current hours.
Community
Repeated market, café and cultural visits can support a local routine; social integration is not guaranteed.
Internet
Verify address-level connectivity and contract terms; budget amounts are planning allowances.
Performing Arts
Consult current local venue programmes; no event dates or guaranteed year-round schedule claimed.
Climate (monthly)
- Jan: 79.6–82.5°F
- Feb: 80.3–83.1°F
- Mar: 79.9–82.6°F
- Apr: 78.7–81.3°F
- May: 76.4–79.0°F
- Jun: 73.7–76.4°F
- Jul: 72.2–74.9°F
- Aug: 71.6–74.5°F
- Sep: 71.9–75.2°F
- Oct: 73.2–76.6°F
- Nov: 75.3–78.8°F
- Dec: 78.0–81.3°F