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Mahe Weather in May

Mahe in May sees high daytime temperatures of 29°C (84°F) and nighttime lows of 27°C (81°F). Rainfall is fairly high this month at around 149 mm (5.9 in), so pack a rain jacket to stay dry.

Rainfall in Mahe in May

Rain is expected on roughly 15 days, totalling around 149 mm (5.9 in) for the month. This month brings frequent, heavy showers. Both the number of wet days and the rainfall totals are on the high side.

Temperature in Mahe in May

May in Mahe sees highs of 29°C (84°F) and lows of 27°C (81°F) overnight. Conditions stay fairly consistent through the month, making it easier to plan what to wear. Nights are warm at 27°C (81°F), which can make sleeping uncomfortable. Keeping windows open or using a fan can help. A cold shower before bed is also a good way to cool down.

Sunshine in Mahe in May

The month enjoys around 255 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

If you prefer enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days, July and August typically offer the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

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Mahe Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 27°C (81°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C (84°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 50%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 149 mm (5.9 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
SunshineSunshine 255 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Anse Boileau, the Seychelles (3 KM, 1 Miles).

Best Places in the Seychelles in May

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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 (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Mahe in May

Warm but pleasant conditions in Mahe in May. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Mahe in May

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

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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