La Digue

Seychelles Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Seychelles in August.

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La Digue Beau Vallon Victoria Anse Boileau

Planning a trip to the Seychelles this August? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in the Seychelles in August

August in the Seychelles generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 27°C (81°F) and nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) in La Digue.

For a closer look at conditions across the Seychelles, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Silhouette Island with an average of 76 mm (3 in) to moderate rainfall in La Digue with 84 mm (3.3 in).

Average sunshine

August brings good sunshine to many areas. La Digue sees around 232 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

Explore the Seychelles by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Seychelles - and find the best time to visit. (based on La Digue)

January29°C (84°F) February29°C (84°F) March30°C (86°F) April30°C (86°F) May30°C (86°F) June28°C (82°F) This monthJuly27°C (81°F) August27°C (81°F) September28°C (82°F) October28°C (82°F) November29°C (84°F) December29°C (84°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Seychelles in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the Seychelles.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in the Seychelles

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in the Seychelles?

Temperature range in the Seychelles (August)

Precipitation variation in the Seychelles (August)

La Digue

In August La Digue generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
232 hours
232 hours
219 hours
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
148 mm (5.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
very good
Climate in La Digue →

Victoria

In August Victoria generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
232 hours
232 hours
219 hours
Monthly rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
136 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
very good
Climate in Victoria →

Anse Boileau

In August Anse Boileau generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
232 hours
232 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
very good
Climate in Anse Boileau →

Silhouette Island

In August Silhouette Island generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
232 hours
232 hours
219 hours
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
76 mm (3 in)
135 mm (5.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
very good
Climate in Silhouette Island →

Anse Kerlan

In August Anse Kerlan generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
232 hours
232 hours
219 hours
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
142 mm (5.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
very good
Climate in Anse Kerlan →

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In our records: the Seychelles August extremes

Notable August records observed across cities in the Seychelles in our climate database (1997 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest August night in the Seychelles dropped to 0°C (32°F) in La Digue on August 23, 2003.

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Seychelles in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
La Digue 27°C (81°F) 25°C (77°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Beau Vallon 27°C (81°F) 25°C (77°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Victoria 27°C (81°F) 25°C (77°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Anse Boileau 27°C (81°F) 25°C (77°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Silhouette Island 27°C (81°F) 25°C (77°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Anse Kerlan 27°C (81°F) 25°C (77°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)

The Seychelles weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Seychelles in August?

the Seychelles typically experiences excellent weather in August, part of the season. Daytime highs in La Digue average around 27°C (81°F), and temperatures drop to about 25°C (77°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in the Seychelles in August?

Daytime temperatures in La Digue peak at roughly 27°C (81°F) in August, dropping to about 25°C (77°F) overnight.

Does the Seychelles get a lot of rain in August?

August is on the drier side in the Seychelles. La Digue averages only about 84 mm (3.3 in), with most days staying dry.

Is August a Good Time to Visit the Seychelles?

We believe that August is one of the best times to visit the Seychelles with overall excellent weather in La Digue. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, July and August provide excellent weather in La Digue. In contrast, January, March, April, May and December tend to have mixed weather conditions.

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