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D'Arros Island

Island

An island in the Amirantes chain of the Outer Seychelles, D'Arros Island offers coral reefs, birdlife and small-scale resort or charter access; visitors arrive for diving, fishing and conservation-focused stays.

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D'Arros Island essentials

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

D'Arros Island at a Glance

When to Go

Best Time to Visit D'Arros Island

Visits to D'Arros and the Amirantes are best planned in the trade-wind season (May-October) for calmer sea conditions; private arrangements usually required.

Southeast trade winds (May-October)
May-October · 24-29°C (75-84°F)
Calmer seas on the west side of the archipelago; good for diving and boating.
Northeast monsoon (November-April)
November-April · 26-31°C (79-88°F)
Warmer waters and occasional heavy showers; coral activity and calm lagoon days possible.

Weather & Climate near D'Arros Island

Climate

Tropical climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 24°C to 31°C. Abundant rainfall (1661 mm/year), wettest in January.

Air Quality: AQI 18 Good
Best Time to Visit
SeptemberMayJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
30°
Warmest Month
24°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Good 25° - 30° 31° 266 mm overcast 81% 3.5 m/s 2.5 extreme 12.3h
February Very Good 25° - 30° 31° 200 mm partly cloudy 80% 4.0 m/s 2.8 extreme 12.2h
March Very Good 25° - 31° 31° 145 mm partly cloudy 79% 3.4 m/s 2.8 extreme 12.0h
April Very Good 25° - 31° 32° 151 mm partly cloudy 79% 3.6 m/s 2.6 extreme 11.9h
May Excellent 25° - 30° 32° 107 mm partly cloudy 81% 4.3 m/s 2.2 extreme 11.8h
June Excellent 24° - 29° 27° 74 mm partly cloudy 81% 5.4 m/s 2.0 very high 11.7h
July Excellent 24° - 28° 26° 67 mm partly cloudy 82% 5.8 m/s 2.0 extreme 11.7h
August Very Good 24° - 28° 26° 81 mm partly cloudy 82% 6.2 m/s 2.4 extreme 11.8h
September Excellent 24° - 29° 26° 89 mm partly cloudy 82% 5.9 m/s 2.6 extreme 12.0h
October Excellent 24° - 29° 27° 119 mm partly cloudy 82% 4.4 m/s 2.7 extreme 12.1h
November Excellent 24° - 30° 27° 145 mm some cloud 81% 3.9 m/s 2.7 extreme 12.3h
December Very Good 24° - 30° 30° 217 mm partly cloudy 81% 3.9 m/s 2.6 extreme 12.3h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to D'Arros Island

D’Arros is remote and typically reached by private charter from Mahé or via organised expeditions in the Amirantes group. Access is usually by boat or small aircraft to nearby landing points; arrangements must be made in advance.

Tips for Visiting D'Arros Island

  • D'Arros is privately owned and access is usually via invited guests or arranged charters - check with local operators in the Amirantes.
  • If chartering, combine the island visit with nearby atolls for better value - the Amirantes chain rewards multi-stop trips.
  • Respect local conservation practices; the Seychelles often manage private island access to protect nesting seabirds and marine habitats.