Seychelles, SeychellesQuick decision
When to visit Seychelles?
🌞 Best time overall
March
🌡️ Optimal temperature
24°C–26°C in March
🌧 Least rain
60% rainy days in March
🌧 Wettest month
January (79%)
📅 Best score
7.4/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Diving & SnorkellingApril-May or October-November — calm sea between the 2 monsoons, excellent visibility.
Beach & GraniteYear-round — Anse Source d'Argent, Anse Lazio, unique granite boulders.
Giant TortoisesYear-round — Aldabra (UNESCO), Bird Island, Curieuse Island.
Hiking & WildlifeApril–May or October — Vallée de Mai (coco de mer), endemic birds.
FamilyDecember–April — calm sea, sheltered beaches, accessible wildlife.
BudgetMay-June or October — between seasons, slightly lower prices.
Monthly climate data
Seychelles weather month by month
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rainy days (%) | Precip. mm/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ⛅ January | 23°C | 25°C | 79% | 9.1 | 11.0h | 7.1/10 |
| ⛅ February | 24°C | 26°C | 64% | 5.9 | 11.0h | 7.3/10 |
| ⛅ March | 24°C | 26°C | 60% | 4.7 | 11.1h | 7.4/10 |
| ⛅ April | 24°C | 26°C | 76% | 6.2 | 11.1h | 7.1/10 |
| ⛅ May | 24°C | 26°C | 76% | 5.9 | 10.9h | 7.1/10 |
| ⛅ June | 23°C | 25°C | 71% | 3.3 | 10.9h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌧️ July | 22°C | 23°C | 70% | 3.0 | 11.0h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌧️ August | 22°C | 23°C | 68% | 2.9 | 11.0h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌧️ September | 23°C | 24°C | 71% | 4.8 | 11.1h | 7.1/10 |
| ⛅ October | 23°C | 25°C | 65% | 4.2 | 11.5h | 7.3/10 |
| ⛅ November | 23°C | 25°C | 67% | 6.9 | 11.6h | 7.2/10 |
| ⛅ December | 23°C | 25°C | 80% | 10.0 | 11.4h | 7.1/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
🌴 Tropical destination — heavy rain months benefit from an algorithmic adjustment: tropical showers are intense but brief and usually don't ruin a trip.
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Good time
Average 26°C, 71% rainy days, 11.0h sunshine/day. Score: 7.2/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Good time
Average 24°C, 70% rainy days, 11.0h sunshine/day. Score: 7.2/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 25°C, 68% rainy days, 11.4h sunshine/day. Score: 7.2/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Good time
Average 25°C, 74% rainy days, 11.1h sunshine/day. Score: 7.2/10.
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FAQ
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March is ideal with 60% rainy days and 26°C.
January is the wettest month with 79% rainy days.
Yes, March is the best month with an average of 26°C.
In winter, the average score is 7.2/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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