Seychelles · September
Low seasonSeychelles · Africa
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 30° (86°)27– (81–)31 (88) | 31° (88°)28– (82–)32 (90) | 32° (90°)28– (82–)33 (91) | 32° (90°)29– (84–)33 (91) | 31° (88°)28– (82–)32 (90) | 30° (86°)28– (82–)31 (88) | 29° (84°)27– (81–)30 (86) | 29° (84°)27– (81–)30 (86) | 30° (86°)27– (81–)31 (88) | 30° (86°)27– (81–)31 (88) | 31° (88°)28– (82–)32 (90) | 31° (88°)28– (82–)32 (90) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 26° (79°)23– (73–)27 (81) | 26° (79°)24– (75–)27 (81) | 27° (81°)24– (75–)28 (82) | 27° (81°)24– (75–)28 (82) | 27° (81°)24– (75–)28 (82) | 26° (79°)24– (75–)27 (81) | 25° (77°)23– (73–)26 (79) | 25° (77°)23– (73–)26 (79) | 26° (79°)23– (73–)27 (81) | 26° (79°)23– (73–)27 (81) | 26° (79°)24– (75–)27 (81) | 26° (79°)23– (73–)27 (81) |
☀️Sunshine | 7h UV 8 | 8h UV 9 | 9h UV 9 | 8h UV 8 | 8h UV 8 | 8h UV 7 | 8h UV 8 | 9h UV 8 | 8h UV 8 | 9h UV 9 | 9h UV 9 | 7h UV 8 |
🌊Water Temp | 29° (84°) | 30° (86°) | 30° (86°) | 31° (88°) | 30° (86°) | 28° (82°) | 27° (81°) | 27° (81°) | 28° (82°) | 29° (84°) | 29° (84°) | 29° (84°) |
🌧Rain Days | 15d351mm (13.8") | 9d190mm (7.5") | 10d177mm (7.0") | 12d226mm (8.9") | 10d166mm (6.5") | 9d122mm (4.8") | 8d95mm (3.7") | 7d80mm (3.2") | 11d179mm (7.0") | 10d169mm (6.6") | 10d187mm (7.3") | 14d263mm (10.4") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Post-season — prices falling after the travel period, beaches and attractions quieter.
September in Seychelles is generally manageable, but with 11 rain days it's not a reliably sunny month. Better conditions can be found in July and August.
Daytime highs average 30°C (86°F), cooling to 26°C (79°F) at night (daily average: 27°C (81°F)). Peaks reach around 31°C (88°F), the coldest nights around 23°C (73°F). The sun shines an average of 8 hours per day; there are 11 rain days with 179 mm (7.0 in) total. The water is a warm 28°C (82°F) — perfect for snorkelling and swimming.
Light clothing is enough — the evenings stay mild too. Good conditions for sightseeing and excursions.
Packing list for Seychelles in September
- Light summer clothes
- Swimwear and beach towel
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Light umbrella or rain poncho
- Insect repellent
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is September a good time to visit Seychelles?
- September is not an optimal month for Seychelles (Score: 70/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider July and August.
- How warm is it in Seychelles in September?
- In September, Seychelles sees daily highs of 30°C (86°F). Nights cool to 26°C (79°F), with a daily average of 27°C (81°F). Peaks reach around 31°C (88°F), the coldest nights around 23°C (73°F).
- How much rain falls in Seychelles in September?
- In September, Seychelles receives an average of 179 mm (7.0 in) of rain over 11 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Seychelles get in September?
- Seychelles averages 8 sunshine hours per day in September — close to the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Seychelles in September?
- Water temperature in Seychelles in September averages 28°C (82°F) — ideal for swimming and snorkelling.
