Geography of Seychelles
Geography of Seychelles: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Seychelles
Map of Seychelles
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 4°37′8.8″S 55°27′4.7″E (-4.6191, 55.4513)
Quick facts about Seychelles
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | Africa |
| Continent | Africa |
| Coordinates | 4°37′8.8″S 55°27′4.7″E (-4.6191, 55.4513) |
| Capital | Victoria |
| Population | 107.000 |
| Area | 176 sq mi |
| ISO code | SC |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | SYC |
| Currency | Seychellois rupee (SCR) |
| Languages | English, French, Creole |
| Calling code | +248 |
| Time zone | Indian/Mahe |
| Local time | 7:48 PM (UTC+04:00) |
| Best months | June, July, August and October |
| Climate | Tropical |
Geography by beach in Seychelles
1 beaches mapped in this atlas
Summary
Seychelles is a country in Africa. Seychelles is a country in Africa with its capital at Victoria. It has a population of about 107.000. The capital is Victoria.
Right now it is 79°F (26°C) in Seychelles with overcast. It feels like 81°F. Today runs from 77°F to 81°F. Chance of precipitation is 26%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.4/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Seychelles is June, July, August and October. The climate is tropical. January, March and April tend to be the least comfortable months. April is the warmest month with average highs near 83°F, while August is the coldest with lows near 76°F.
Nearby highlights include Anse Source d'Argent.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 81°F is in line with the 79°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Seychelles today at 8.4/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Seychelles month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 82° | 78° | 11,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 83° | 79° | 5,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 83° | 79° | 10,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 83° | 79° | 9,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| May | 83° | 80° | 6,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 81° | 78° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 79° | 77° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 79° | 76° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 80° | 77° | 6,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 81° | 78° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 82° | 78° | 7,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 81° | 77° | 18,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Tropical. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Explore Seychelles
Every topic we hold for this place, and the same topic for the places around it.
Geography for related places
Frequently asked questions
Where is Seychelles?
Seychelles is a country in Africa. Its coordinates are -4.6191, 55.4513. It lies in Africa.
What is the weather like in Seychelles right now?
It is currently 79°F (26°C) with overcast. Humidity is 77% and wind is 16 mph.
When is the best time to visit Seychelles?
June, July, August and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Seychelles, which has a tropical climate. January, March and April are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Seychelles in?
Seychelles observes Indian/Mahe (UTC+04:00). The local time is 7:48 PM.
How many people live in Seychelles?
Seychelles has a population of approximately 107.000.
What are the top things to do in Seychelles?
Popular options include Anse Source d'Argent.
What places are in Seychelles?
Seychelles covers 1 places in this atlas, including Anse Source d'Argent.
Related articles
Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 25, 2026 at 7:48 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
