La Digue

La Digue Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in La Digue, the Seychelles in January.

Planning a getaway to La Digue, the Seychelles this January 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 La Digue in January

La Digue, the Seychelles is a region in the Seychelles. January in La Digue generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) in La Digue.

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

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Silhouette Island with an average of 231 mm (9.1 in) to heavy rainfall in La Digue with 236 mm (9.3 in). Going by our weather data, it is the wettest month of the year in La Digue.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In La Digue, you can expect around 155 hours of sunlight in January, which gives a pleasant combination of sun and shade. For those who want maximum sunshine, our weather planner can point you toward the sunniest places on Earth.

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

Best Places to Visit in La Digue in January

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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 La Digue

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in La Digue, the Seychelles?

Temperature range in La Digue (January)

Precipitation variation in La Digue (January)

La Digue

In January La Digue generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
176 hours
155 hours
175 hours
Monthly rainfall
209 mm (8.2 in)
236 mm (9.3 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
18 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Silhouette Island

In January Silhouette Island generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
176 hours
155 hours
175 hours
Monthly rainfall
218 mm (8.6 in)
231 mm (9.1 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
19 days
14 days
Weather conditions

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In our records: the Seychelles January extremes

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

  • In our records, the warmest January day in the Seychelles reached 38°C (100°F) in Anse Boileau on January 26, 2024.
  • From our sources, the wettest January day in the Seychelles brought 259 mm (10 in) in Anse Boileau on January 7, 2024.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in La Digue in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
La Digue 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 236 mm (9.3 in)
Silhouette Island 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 231 mm (9.1 in)

La Digue weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in La Digue, the Seychelles in January?

Expect unpleasant weather across La Digue, the Seychelles in January. The popular destination of La Digue averages 29°C (84°F) by day and 26°C (79°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in La Digue, the Seychelles in January?

Average temperatures in La Digue, the Seychelles during January range from a nighttime low near 26°C (79°F) to a daytime high around 29°C (84°F) in La Digue.

Does La Digue, the Seychelles get a lot of rain in January?

Expect plenty of rainfall. La Digue records an average of 236 mm (9.3 in) in January, putting it among the wetter months for La Digue, the Seychelles.

Is January a Good Time to Visit La Digue, the Seychelles?

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

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

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in La Digue.

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