Mahe weather in January (Seychelles)

Curious about the climate in Mahe this January? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

In January, Mahe typically experiences high temperatures and heavy rainfall. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 29°C, while the nights will see a decline to about 26°C.

Precipitation

Mahe in January usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 242 mm for the month. This month experiences the most intense rain of the year, with heavy showers. Be prepared with a poncho to stay dry. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 19 days will experience rain.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a balanced 156 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Mahe. July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Mahe climate page with graphs.

 

Mahe, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 26°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Chance of Rain 63%  

Precipitation 242 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Sunshine 156 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Anse Boileau, Seychelles (3 KM, 1 Miles).

Where to go in Seychelles in January

Find out more about the weather in Seychelles and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

7/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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