Mahe weather in May (Seychelles)

Looking to travel to Mahe in May? This guide provides all the details you need.

In May, Mahe generally has high temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 29°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 27°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and certain days could be even hotter. Ensure you wear appropriate clothing to handle the warmth.

Mahe in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 149 mm for the month. Typically around 15 days of rainfall is expected.

With around 255 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures 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 May

Min Temperature 27°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Chance of Rain 50%  

Precipitation 149 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Sunshine 255 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

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

Where to go in Seychelles in May

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

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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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 Mahe in May?

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 in May.

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

7/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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