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Seychelles in June

The trade winds pick up. Choppier seas and seaweed on some southeast-facing beaches, but low humidity and great hiking weather.

GoodWarm and drier, highs near 82F (28C), steady southeast winds

Anse Source d'Argent, Seychelles — SeychellesPhoto: Tobias Alt, Tobi 87, CC BY-SA 4.0

The straight answer

June is a good month to visit Seychelles. The trade winds pick up. Choppier seas and seaweed on some southeast-facing beaches, but low humidity and great hiking weather.

Weather: Warm and drier, highs near 82F (28C), steady southeast winds
Crowds: 2 of 5
Prices: 3 of 5

What June is like in Seychelles

June brings the southeast trade winds. It is warm and drier, with highs near 82F (28C), low humidity, and steady breezes that keep the air fresh. The trade-off is choppier seas, rougher boat crossings, and seaweed on some southeast-facing beaches. Crowds are light and rates are among the better values of the year.

This is a good month for hikers, walkers, and anyone who dislikes sticky heat. Beach lovers can still do well if they pick the right coast, since northwest-facing beaches stay calmer. If calm seas for diving or small kids matter most, choose April, May, October, or November instead.

Make the most of June

What is especially good about Seychelles this month.

Best hiking weather

Cooler, drier air makes the mountain trails of Morne Seychellois, like the climb to Trois Freres, much more comfortable. Go early for clear views.

Seabird season on Bird Island

The sooty tern colony is in full swing, with huge numbers of birds nesting. Bird fans will not want to miss the noise and swirl of it.

Sheltered Anse Lazio

Anse Lazio on Praslin faces away from the southeast wind, so it stays calm when other beaches get rough. It is the go-to swim spot this month.

What to pack for June

A light windbreaker for breezy evenings and boat rides
Seasickness tablets for rougher crossings
Sturdy walking shoes for mountain trails
Binoculars for seabirds

Our timing tip

Ask your hotel which side of the island it faces before you book, since in June the northwest-facing beaches are calmer and freer of seaweed.

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What's on in June

Sooty tern colony on Bird Island

Roughly May through October

Hundreds of thousands of sooty terns nest on Bird Island in the breeding season, one of the Indian Ocean's great seabird spectacles.

Things to do in Seychelles

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Vallee de Mai, Praslin

A UNESCO-listed palm forest and one of only two places where the coco de mer grows wild. Listen for the black parrot; go early for the quietest trails.

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Anse Source d'Argent, La Digue

The famous granite-boulder beach, reached through the L'Union Estate, which charges an entrance fee. Visit at low tide for the best shallows and photos.

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Anse Lazio, Praslin

Often rated one of the world's best beaches. Calmest in the transition months and in the southeast trade season, when it is sheltered.

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Morne Seychellois National Park, Mahe

Mountain trails through mist forest to viewpoints like Copolia and the Trois Freres. Best in the drier months, early in the day.

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Curieuse Island

Free-roaming Aldabra giant tortoises, a mangrove boardwalk, and coco de mer palms, often combined with snorkeling at nearby St Pierre islet.

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Cousin Island Special Reserve

A seabird sanctuary and hawksbill turtle nesting site managed by Nature Seychelles, visited on guided tours from Praslin.

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Beat the crowds

Visit in the transition months, but avoid the Easter and Christmas weeks, when rates peak and flights fill.
Arrive at Anse Source d'Argent and Anse Lazio early in the morning, before day trippers arrive on the ferries from Mahe and Praslin.
Base yourself on La Digue for a night or two rather than day-tripping; the island is peaceful once the last ferry leaves.
Choose smaller guesthouses on Praslin and La Digue for quieter stays and local Creole food at a fraction of resort prices.

Know before you go

Inter-island boat crossings can be rough or cancelled in strong southeast winds, roughly June to September. Build in some flexibility.
Seaweed builds up on some southeast-facing beaches during the southeast trade winds; the resort beach you book matters by season.
Some seabird islands limit or pause visits during sensitive nesting periods; check with the island operator before planning a trip.
All visitors must apply for the Seychelles Travel Authorisation online before departure.

Seychelles in June, quick answers

Is June a good time to visit Seychelles?

June is a good month to visit Seychelles. The trade winds pick up. Choppier seas and seaweed on some southeast-facing beaches, but low humidity and great hiking weather.

What is the weather like in Seychelles in June?

Warm and drier, highs near 82F (28C), steady southeast winds.

Is Seychelles crowded in June?

June is one of the quieter months in Seychelles; most sights can be done without long waits.

What is happening in Seychelles in June?

Sooty tern colony on Bird Island (roughly may through october).