La Digue

Seychelles Weather in May

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

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La Digue Beau Vallon Victoria Anse Boileau

Planning a getaway to the Seychelles this May and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in the Seychelles in May

May in the Seychelles generally has warm temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) in La Digue. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.

For specific regional insights in the Seychelles, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in La Digue with an average of 145 mm (5.7 in) to high rainfall in Silhouette Island with 152 mm (6 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. La Digue sees close to 254 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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 May

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 May for some of the most popular destinations in the Seychelles?

Temperature range in the Seychelles (May)

Precipitation variation in the Seychelles (May)

La Digue

In May La Digue generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
231 hours
254 hours
225 hours
Monthly rainfall
122 mm (4.8 in)
145 mm (5.7 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in La Digue →

Victoria

In May Victoria generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
231 hours
254 hours
225 hours
Monthly rainfall
127 mm (5 in)
150 mm (5.9 in)
102 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Victoria →

Anse Boileau

In May Anse Boileau generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
232 hours
255 hours
225 hours
Monthly rainfall
130 mm (5.1 in)
149 mm (5.9 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Anse Boileau →

Silhouette Island

In May Silhouette Island generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
231 hours
254 hours
225 hours
Monthly rainfall
121 mm (4.8 in)
152 mm (6 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Silhouette Island →

Anse Kerlan

In May Anse Kerlan generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
231 hours
254 hours
225 hours
Monthly rainfall
120 mm (4.7 in)
147 mm (5.8 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Anse Kerlan →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
La Digue 30°C (86°F) 27°C (81°F) 145 mm (5.7 in)
Beau Vallon 29°C (84°F) 27°C (81°F) 150 mm (5.9 in)
Victoria 29°C (84°F) 27°C (81°F) 150 mm (5.9 in)
Anse Boileau 29°C (84°F) 27°C (81°F) 149 mm (5.9 in)
Silhouette Island 29°C (84°F) 27°C (81°F) 152 mm (6 in)
Anse Kerlan 30°C (86°F) 27°C (81°F) 147 mm (5.8 in)

The Seychelles weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Seychelles in May?

the Seychelles typically experiences unpleasant weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in La Digue average around 30°C (86°F), and temperatures drop to about 27°C (81°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in the Seychelles in May?

Daytime temperatures in La Digue peak at roughly 30°C (86°F) in May, dropping to about 27°C (81°F) overnight.

Does the Seychelles get a lot of rain in May?

Yes, May tends to be a wetter month in the Seychelles. Average rainfall in La Digue sits around 145 mm (5.7 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit the Seychelles?

In our opinion, May may not be the ideal time to visit the Seychelles due to the typically tolerable weather in La Digue.

On average, the best time to visit the Seychelles is in July and August with generally perfect weather in La Digue. On the other hand, the weather in January, March, April, May and December tend to be unpleasant.

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