Weather in Seychelles in July

How July compares

July is the 11th warmest month of the year in Seychelles and ranks 117th of 134 destinations we compare for July - see where else is hot in July. Against London's average high of 21.8°C in July, Seychelles is 3.9°C warmer by day and 11.2°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in July

The typical July day in Seychelles peaks at 25.7°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 26.4°C or more. About 91% of days top 25°C. Nights average 24.7°C; one night in ten drops to 24.0°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest July day here reached 27.4°C (2011-07-30) and the coldest night 23.0°C (1996-07-22).

Rain in July

Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 11 days with 1 mm or more, 51 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest July was 2020 with 226 mm, the driest 1998 with 14 mm. Humidity averages 83%.

Sea temperature in July

The sea averages 26.2°C - warm enough to swim (22°c+). Depending on the year it ranges from 25.5°C to 26.9°C. For the warmest sea here, come in April (29.8°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 3.4 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 11.8 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 06:28 and sets about 18:20 local time in mid-July. Average cloud cover is 71%.

Is July 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.

Warm days, with little relief at night

July sits towards the cooler end of the Seychelles year, but that is relative: it still feels like a warm-weather holiday. The average daytime high is 25.7°C and the night-time low is 24.7°C, so evenings offer little temperature relief. Humidity of 83% also means the air can feel sticky despite the modest daytime high. Choose loose, breathable clothing and consider accommodation with air conditioning if humid nights affect your sleep. This month suits travellers who prefer warmth to intense heat: the share of days reaching 30°C is 0%. That is not a guarantee against unusual weather, and sun protection still belongs in your daytime routine.

Plan around showers, not wall-to-wall sunshine

Rain is a real part of the July picture, so keep outdoor plans flexible rather than relying on a completely dry stay. About 11 days have measurable rain, though that does not tell you how long each shower lasts or mean those days are entirely lost. Sunshine averages about 3.4 hours within 11.8 hours of daylight: there is time to be outside, but bright sun is much less assured. A lightweight waterproof is more useful than packing only beachwear. Rainfall has also varied substantially between years, so treat the average as a planning guide, not a promise. July suits you better if cloudy spells will not spoil the holiday.