Seychelles
Seychelles in May
Where it is warm, dry and good for swimming in Seychelles in May — compared across the country’s main destinations.
Quick answers
- Where is it warmest in Seychelles in May?
- Victoria is the warmest of the 16 destinations compared, with highs of 30°C (87°F) in May; Grand'Anse is the coolest at 27°C (81°F).
- Can you swim in the sea in Seychelles in May?
- Yes, in places: the warmest water is at Victoria (29°C (85°F)), and 13 of the coastal destinations have a sea of 21 °C or more.
Warmest
30°
Victoria
Coolest
27°
Grand'Anse
Driest
143 mm
Glacis
Warmest sea
29°
Victoria
May in Seychelles ranges from 27°C (81°F) in Grand'Anse to 30°C (87°F) in Victoria — a spread of 3 degrees across the country. On average it is about as warm as April. Rain is frequent in most destinations. Best bets this month: Victoria.
Best places in Seychelles in May
Weather in May by city
| Place | Day | Night | Rain | Sea | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria | 30° | 25° | 153 mm | 29° | 78 |
| Beau Vallon | 30° | 24° | 153 mm | 29° | 78 |
| Anse Royale | 30° | 25° | 150 mm | — | 78 |
| Anse Boileau | 30° | 24° | 153 mm | — | 78 |
| Cascade | 30° | 24° | 153 mm | 29° | 78 |
| Perseverance | 30° | 25° | 153 mm | 29° | 78 |
| Baie Sainte Anne | 30° | 25° | 148 mm | 29° | 78 |
| Baie Lazare | 30° | 24° | 153 mm | — | 78 |
| Anse aux Pins | 29° | 24° | 150 mm | 29° | 78 |
| Plaisance | 30° | 24° | 153 mm | 29° | 78 |
| Glacis | 30° | 25° | 143 mm | 29° | 78 |
| Grand'Anse | 30° | 25° | 148 mm | 29° | 78 |
| English River | 30° | 24° | 153 mm | 29° | 78 |
| Bel Ombre | 30° | 25° | 153 mm | 29° | 78 |
| Grand'Anse | 27° | 22° | 153 mm | 29° | 78 |
| Pier Ward | 30° | 25° | 153 mm | 29° | 78 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the weather like in Seychelles in May?
Average daytime highs range from 27° in Grand'Anse to 30° in Victoria.
Can you swim in Seychelles in May?
Yes — the sea is warmest around Victoria at about 29°.