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Astove Atoll

Island

A remote coral atoll in the Seychelles' Outer Islands, ringed by a long reef and visited for scuba diving, fly-in fishing trips and seasonal seabird colonies under strict conservation controls.

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Astove Atoll essentials

Country: Seychelles
Driest months: Aug-Oct
Pay in: Rupee (₨)
Language: English

Astove Atoll at a Glance

When to Go

Best Time to Visit Astove Atoll

Best visited May-October for calmer seas and clearer waters.

Dry season (May-Oct)
May-Oct · 24-29°C
Calmer seas and good visibility for diving and fishing.
Wet season (Nov-Apr)
Nov-Apr · 25-32°C
Higher rainfall but still warm; some operators avoid this season for sea conditions.

Weather & Climate near Astove Atoll

Climate

Tropical climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 22°C to 31°C. Moderate rainfall (969 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 17 Good
Best Time to Visit
SeptemberOctoberAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
30°
Warmest Month
23°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Good 25° - 31° 31° 204 mm overcast 81% 2.9 m/s 2.7 extreme 12.5h
February Very Good 25° - 31° 31° 145 mm partly cloudy 80% 2.5 m/s 2.8 extreme 12.3h
March Very Good 25° - 31° 32° 154 mm partly cloudy 81% 2.7 m/s 2.8 extreme 12.0h
April Very Good 25° - 31° 32° 101 mm some cloud 81% 3.5 m/s 2.5 extreme 11.8h
May Excellent 24° - 30° 30° 50 mm some cloud 80% 3.4 m/s 2.0 extreme 11.5h
June Excellent 23° - 29° 26° 46 mm some cloud 79% 4.0 m/s 1.8 very high 11.4h
July Excellent 22° - 28° 25° 45 mm some cloud 79% 4.4 m/s 1.9 very high 11.5h
August Ideal 22° - 28° 25° 34 mm some cloud 80% 4.6 m/s 2.2 extreme 11.7h
September Ideal 22° - 28° 25° 12 mm mostly sunny 80% 4.9 m/s 2.6 extreme 11.9h
October Ideal 23° - 29° 26° 9 mm mostly sunny 81% 3.7 m/s 2.8 extreme 12.2h
November Ideal 24° - 30° 30° 35 mm some cloud 81% 3.8 m/s 2.9 extreme 12.5h
December Very Good 25° - 31° 31° 134 mm partly cloudy 80% 3.1 m/s 2.8 extreme 12.6h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Astove Atoll

Access is by private charter or liveaboard from Mahé or other Seychelles islands; flights are irregular and often require prearranged logistics.

Tips for Visiting Astove Atoll

  • Access to Astove Atoll typically requires a liveaboard or a charter-book through specialized operators well in advance.
  • The atoll is remote and rustic-expect basic accommodations and a focus on marine activities: spear fishing, fly-fishing and snorkelling.
  • Respect local conservation rules-the atoll's ecology is fragile and often protected under regional regulations.