When is the best time to visit?

The best time to visit the Seychelles mainly depends on what you plan to do, whether you plan to be out exploring or relaxing in the sun. Its warm year-round thanks to its tropical climate, but the most popular months are usually April, May, October and November.

These are considered transition periods between the northwest and southeast trade winds, which means calmer seas, pleasant weather and good conditions for snorkeling, diving and beach days.

• December to March brings the northwest trade winds, so this means warmer, more humid weather and a higher chance of rain. That said, showers are usually short-lived and you’ll still get plenty of sunshine.

• June to September is the cooler, drier season with southeast trade winds. It's a great time for hiking and enjoying the outdoors, but the ocean can be a bit rougher.

We visited in July as we were mainly going to be doing outdoor adventure activities like hiking and kayaking. We had great weather, it wasn't too humid for outdoor activities and it was sunny and warm everyday!

What temperatues you can expect:

• Transition Seasons (April to May & October to November) – 27°C to 31°C

• Northwest Monsoon (December to March) – 26°C to 30°C

• Southeast Trade Wind Season (June to September) – 24°C to 28°C