December · Seychelles
Best time to visit Mahé in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Mahé in December
Average temperature 28°C, 290 mm of rain, about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 81% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
6.9/10
Ranked #12 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 290 mm
- Humidity
- 81%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 25
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
December in Mahé scores 6.9/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around 28°C, 290 mm of rain, and roughly 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Mahé packs granite peaks, beaches and the capital Victoria into the Seychelles' main island.
December in Mahé — workable with trade-offs
Days in December average 28°C (82°F) and humidity near 81% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
This is the year's wettest stretch at 290 mm, but with about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine it is not a total loss; an indoor fallback covers the risk.
That is 6.9/10 on the same scale — 12th of 12 months, versus 9.5/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, July is materially better in Mahé — 2.6 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Mahé in December?
- In December, Mahé averages 28°C, 290 mm of rain, and about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.9/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Mahé?
- December earns a 6.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Mahé in December?
- Expect about 290 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 81% and there are about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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