Month guide · Seychelles
Seychelles in February
What February is really like in Seychelles: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Photography by Dino Sassi - Marcel Fayon, Photo Eden LTD, Public domain
Quick answer
February is a quieter month with trade-offs. Expect average highs of 30°C (86°F), lows of 25°C (77°F), about 11 rainy days and roughly 12.3 hours of daylight. Hot and humid with frequent showers but plenty of sunshine; north-west-facing beaches can have waves.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 30°C (86°F) / 25°C (77°F)
- Rainy days
- About 11
- Daylight
- About 12.3 hours
- Sea temperature
- 29°C (84°F)
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in February
February is the 4th-warmest month in Seychelles: days average 30°C (86°F) against a yearly average high of 30°C (86°F), and nights fall to about 25°C (77°F). Rain falls on roughly 11 of its 28 days. Compared with January (30°C (86°F)), February is about as warm; by March highs stay near 31°C (88°F).
- Sunrise (15 February)
- About 06:25
- Sunset (15 February)
- About 18:40
- Daylight
- About 12.3 hours
- Sea
- 29°C (84°F)
Second transition (October–November). Calm seas return, turtle nesting begins and Festival Kreol fills Mahé with music.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, February rates 3 for crowds (the peak is December at 5) and 4 for hotel prices (highest in January). Book accommodation early: February is one of the pricier months.
Events in February
February has no major recurring festival in Seychelles, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in February
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Viewpoint · Central Mahé
Copolia Trail
A trail of about 1.2 km from the Sans Souci road climbs through forest with pitcher plants to a bare granite summit at about 500 metres, looking down on Victoria, the Sainte Anne islands and the east coast.
- Time needed
- 2 hours return
- Cost
- Low cost
- Views
- Active
- Nature
- Photo spot
Nature · Beau Vallon
Anse Major trail
Bring water and go early; there is no shade on parts of the trail and no facilities at the beach.
- Time needed
- 3 hours return
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Outdoors
- Active
- Off the beaten path
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Market · Victoria
Sir Selwyn Selwyn-Clarke Market
Victoria's covered market on Market Street sells the morning's catch of red snapper, tuna and jobfish, tropical fruit, chillies and spices, with craft and spice stalls upstairs.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Food
- Shopping
- Free
- Photo spot
Neighbourhood · Victoria
Victoria town walk
Combine it with the market in the morning; many shops close early on Saturdays and all day Sunday.
- Time needed
- 1.5 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- History
- Architecture
The sea averages 29°C (84°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Seychelles.
What to pack
For highs near 30°C, lows near 25°C and 11 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; a packable rain jacket for showers; comfortable walking shoes.
Is February a good time to visit Seychelles?
A quieter month with trade-offs. If your dates are flexible, April–May and October–November are better overall. Compare every month.
Seychelles in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is February a good time to visit Seychelles?
It is a quieter month with trade-offs. Hot and humid with frequent showers but plenty of sunshine; north-west-facing beaches can have waves.
+How warm is Seychelles in February?
Average highs are around 30°C (86°F) and lows around 25°C (77°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Seychelles in February?
Expect rain on about 11 days of the month.