The best times to visit the Seychelles for ideal weather are

June 4th to August 26th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


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Weather in the Seychelles

Temperature

Average temperatures in the Seychelles vary very little. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot all year with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 19th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit the Seychelles, the hottest months are April, May, and then March. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early April where highs are regularly around 88.6°F (31.4°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 81.3°F (27.4°C) at night.

the Seychelles Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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the Seychelles Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

the Seychelles Perceived Temperature (F)

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the Seychelles Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average the Seychelles Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 85.2 81.1 77.1
Feb 86.5 82.4 78.3
Mar 87.6 83.2 78.4
Apr 88.4 84.3 80
May 87.3 83.4 79.5
Jun 84.1 81.1 78.4
Jul 82.8 79.7 76.8
Aug 83 79.5 76.6
Sep 84.3 80.9 77.6
Oct 85.2 81.5 77.8
Nov 86.1 82.1 77.7
Dec 85.9 81.6 77.4

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 29.6 27.3 25.1
Feb 30.3 28 25.7
Mar 30.9 28.4 25.8
Apr 31.3 29.1 26.7
May 30.7 28.6 26.4
Jun 28.9 27.3 25.8
Jul 28.2 26.5 24.9
Aug 28.3 26.4 24.8
Sep 29.1 27.2 25.3
Oct 29.6 27.5 25.4
Nov 30.1 27.8 25.4
Dec 29.9 27.6 25.2

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in the Seychelles are August, July, and then June. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid August. For example, on the week of August 13th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late December with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of December 24th.

When can you find snow in the Seychelles? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in the Seychelles.

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Days with precipitation

Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in the Seychelles (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 23% 0 7.1
Feb 14% 0 3.3
Mar 15% 0 3.4
Apr 17% 0 4.1
May 14% 0 2.5
Jun 11% 0 1.8
Jul 10% 0 1.9
Aug 8% 0 1.6
Sep 15% 0 2.9
Oct 15% 0 4.5
Nov 14% 0 3.7
Dec 22% 0 5.2

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 23 0 18
Feb 14 0 8.4
Mar 15 0 8.6
Apr 17 0 10.4
May 14 0 6.4
Jun 11 0 4.6
Jul 10 0 4.8
Aug 8 0 4.1
Sep 15 0 7.4
Oct 15 0 11.4
Nov 14 0 9.4
Dec 22 0 13.2

 

Humidity and Wind

the Seychelles has some very humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is January (61% relative humidity), and the most humid month is June (73.3%).

Wind in the Seychelles is usually moderate. The windiest month is August, followed by September and June. August’s average wind speed of around 10.8 knots (12.4 MPH or 20 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in mid August where average top sustained speeds reach 16 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in the Seychelles.

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Avg. Relative Humidity

Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Max Sustained Wind
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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 6.4 Light breeze 11 Significant breeze
Feb 6.6 Light breeze 11.1 Significant breeze
Mar 4.7 Light breeze 9.2 Significant breeze
Apr 5.2 Light breeze 9.6 Gentle breeze
May 6.7 Light breeze 11 Significant breeze
Jun 10 Gentle breeze 13.7 Significant breeze
Jul 9.9 Gentle breeze 14.1 Significant breeze
Aug 10.8 Gentle breeze 14.8 Significant breeze
Sep 10.1 Gentle breeze 14.3 Significant breeze
Oct 6.9 Light breeze 11.8 Significant breeze
Nov 5.6 Light breeze 10.4 Significant breeze
Dec 5.2 Light breeze 10.2 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 61%
Feb 67.2%
Mar 69.3%
Apr 67.9%
May 70.9%
Jun 73.3%
Jul 72.1%
Aug 71.2%
Sep 71.1%
Oct 71.6%
Nov 70%
Dec 72.3%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to the Seychelles?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for Seychelles; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 09, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in the Seychelles is May, followed by January and February. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit the Seychelles in December. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is very reliable. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 65.1 in December means 65.1% of the tourists vs. May.

 

 

Overall the Seychelles Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 88.6°F (31.4°C) and 86.1°F (30.1°C) with similar temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 4 to 5 days of significant precipitation per month. Fall is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Winter (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the least precipitation with about 3 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the slowest season for tourism in the Seychelles, so lodging and other accommodations may cost less than usual.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 86.7°F (30.4°C) and 83.7°F (28.7°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 4 to 5 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.

Summer (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in the Seychelles to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 86.9°F (30.5°C) and 85°F (29.4°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 4 to 7 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.

 

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