Victoria Weather in December

December: warm, wet days

Victoria stays warm, with little change between daytime and night. Rain falls on many days, and the air feels humid and cloudy. Showers can interrupt a walk, but they don't usually mean a whole day indoors. Visit the Sir Selwyn Selwyn-Clarke Market between showers, or take a slow lunch in town.

December brings about 185 mm of rain across 24 days. That makes long hikes on Mahé's muddy trails less appealing, and beach plans can be uncertain. Keep a town visit or a meal in Victoria as a backup when the sky closes in.

Christmas in Victoria

Christmas and New Year bring local celebrations, church services and family gatherings. The Feast of the Immaculate Conception on 8 December is also a public holiday in Seychelles. Some businesses may close or keep shorter hours, so Victoria can feel quieter around the holiday itself.

If you hate crowds, avoid the Christmas and New Year rush. December is busier and often pricier than the quieter months, especially around the holidays. It's still part of the rainy season, so you may get less settled beach weather than in the best months, June to August.

Make a flexible plan

Travelling with kids? Keep the Sir Selwyn Selwyn-Clarke Market in mind for a short outing between showers. Its stalls offer local fruit and spices, and you can duck inside if rain starts. It's a better fit for changeable weather than a long trip to a remote beach.

For a drier-feeling break, don't rely on December for uninterrupted hiking or beach days. Choose plans that are easy to switch around, and leave time to enjoy Victoria's cafés and shops if rain rolls in.