Weather in Seychelles in April

How April compares

April is the 1st warmest month of the year in Seychelles and ranks 30th of 134 destinations we compare for April - see where else is hot in April. Against London's average high of 13.5°C in April, Seychelles is 14.8°C warmer by day and 21.6°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in April

The typical April day in Seychelles peaks at 28.3°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 29.1°C or more. About 100% of days top 25°C and 1 in 143 pass 30°C. Nights average 26.7°C; one night in ten drops to 25.6°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest April day here reached 30.5°C (2016-04-17) and the coldest night 24.7°C (2017-04-06).

Rain in April

Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 17 days with 1 mm or more, 110 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest April was 2018 with 266 mm, the driest 2000 with 32 mm. Humidity averages 79%, which makes the heat feel heavier than the thermometer suggests.

Sea temperature in April

The sea averages 29.8°C - warm enough to swim (22°c+). Depending on the year it ranges from 29.4°C to 30.3°C. This is the warmest the sea gets here all year.

Sunshine and daylight

Around 5.7 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 11.9 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 06:18 and sets about 18:18 local time in mid-April. Average cloud cover is 52%.

Is April a good time to visit Seychelles?

It is a reasonable choice: hot days but expect showers. The best months for Seychelles on our scoring are July, February, April; months averaging 25°C or more: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec.

Hot days, with little relief after dark

April ranks as Seychelles' warmest month, though average daytime highs of 28.3°C are not extreme. The catch is the combination of 79% humidity and average night-time lows of 26.7°C: evenings offer little cooling, so do not expect a crisp change once the sun goes down. Compared with London's April daytime average of 13.5°C, this is a substantial shift in how you will dress and pace your day. Pack loose, breathable clothing and favour accommodation with cooling if warm bedrooms disturb your sleep. Keep more active plans away from midday, and leave room for shaded breaks rather than filling every daylight hour.

Allow for rain, not just sunshine

Rain is a meaningful part of an April trip, with about 17 days receiving measurable rainfall. That does not tell you how long each wet spell will last, so neither a washout nor a quick shower is something to assume. There is still about 5.7 hours of sunshine a day within 11.9 hours of daylight, but a clear sky throughout the day is not a sensible expectation. Keep outdoor plans movable, carry a light waterproof and protect anything that needs to stay dry. April suits travellers who can adjust to the weather better than those whose holiday depends on uninterrupted sun.

Very warm sea, rather than a cooling dip

The sea averages 29.8°C in April, making swimming an easy choice on temperature alone. It is warm water rather than a sharply cooling dip, which matters when the air is humid too. The year-to-year sea temperature range of 29°C to 30°C gives little reason to worry about a chilly swim. Temperature does not establish how calm or safe the water will be, however, so check conditions locally before getting in. Overall, April works well if swimming is central to your plans and you can accept rain around it. It is less convincing if your priority is dry air or cool evenings.