Seychelles
Intermediate
Best conditions around April 20
Granite-island Inner Seychelles — short hops, sheltered.
Best time to sail
Best time to sail in the Seychelles
Sailing works year-round in the Seychelles, with conditions at their best in June and July.
That verdict comes from 1991–2020 climate normals — wind, rain, sunshine, and air temperature — scored week by week for charter conditions across 1 sailing area.
Discover everything you need to know about chartering a boat in Seychelles — from the best sailing regions and ideal weather windows to costs, itineraries, license requirements, and insider tips for an unforgettable Indian Ocean sailing adventure.
Sailing conditions in the Seychelles, month by month
Mean weekly values across our sailing areas in the Seychelles. The sail score weighs wind, rain, sun, and temperature — and discounts tropical-storm season where one applies.
Temperature (°C)
- Air
- Water
Wind (kn)
Rain (mm/day)
Sun (h/day)
| Month | Sail score | Wind (kn) | Rain (mm/day) | Sun (h/day) | Temp (°C) | Water (°C) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Excellent | 9 | 6.8 | 12 | 25 | 29 |
| February | Excellent | 8 | 5.1 | 12 | 25 | 29 |
| March | Excellent | 7 | 3.7 | 12 | 26 | 30 |
| April | Excellent | 7 | 4.2 | 12 | 26 | 30 |
| May | Excellent | 11 | 4.1 | 12 | 25 | 29 |
| June | Excellent | 13 | 1.4 | 12 | 24 | 28 |
| July | Excellent | 14 | 2.2 | 12 | 23 | 26 |
| August | Excellent | 14 | 1.9 | 12 | 23 | 26 |
| September | Excellent | 14 | 1.9 | 12 | 24 | 27 |
| October | Excellent | 10 | 5.1 | 12 | 24 | 28 |
| November | Excellent | 7 | 4.9 | 12 | 24 | 29 |
| December | Excellent | 7 | 6 | 12 | 24 | 29 |
Sailing areas in the Seychelles
Every area below is scored individually in the interactive calendar; where we have an in-depth guide, it's linked.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to sail in the Seychelles?
Sailing works year-round in the Seychelles; June and July scores best for wind, rain, sunshine, and temperature in the 1991–2020 climate normals.
How warm is it in the Seychelles in June?
Around 24 °C air temperature on average in June, with about 12 hours of sun a day.
How warm is the water in the Seychelles in June?
Around 28 °C sea-surface temperature on average in June, based on 2023–2025 marine averages.