☀️ Yes! Average temperature: 29°C
Yes! Average temperatures of 29°C make it pleasantly warm and ideal for sun-seekers. Seychelles in May has an average air temperature of 29°C with sea temperatures around 28°C. You can expect 7 hours of sunshine per day and 140mm of rainfall, which means heavy rainfall — pack waterproofs.
At 28°C the sea is like a warm bath — perfect for swimming, snorkelling, and diving. With 7 hours of daily sunshine, there's plenty of time to enjoy outdoor activities. Bring summer clothes, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a light cardigan for air-conditioned venues.
Seychelles is one of the top warm destinations for May holidays from the UK. The average flight time from the UK is comfortable and there are usually good deals available for this time of year.
Here's how Seychelles stacks up against similar destinations in May:
| Destination | Air °C | Sea °C | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seychelles | 29°C | 28°C | 140mm | 7h |
| Antigua | 29°C | 27°C | 75mm | 8h |
| Barbados | 29°C | 28°C | 55mm | 8h |
| Belize | 29°C | 28°C | 80mm | 8h |
| Jamaica | 29°C | 28°C | 95mm | 7h |
| Komodo | 29°C | 28°C | 40mm | 8h |
See how Seychelles's temperature changes throughout the year:
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Yes, Seychelles in May has average temperatures of 29°C, making it a warm destination. Sea temperatures are 28°C.
Yes, the sea temperature of 28°C is very comfortable for swimming.
Bring summer clothes, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a light cardigan for air-conditioned venues.
May is an excellent time to visit Seychelles with warm weather and 7 hours of daily sunshine.
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