Maldives, MaldivesQuick decision
When to visit Maldives?
🌞 Best time overall
February
🌡️ Optimal temperature
81°F–82°F in February
🌧 Least rain
35% rainy days in February
🌧 Wettest month
May (76%)
📅 Best score
8.3/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Diving & SnorkellingJanuary–April — 30m+ visibility, manta rays, whale sharks.
Beach & LagoonDecember–April — dry season, calm sea, turquoise waters 28°C.
Whale SharksMarch–April — best vantage point for observation.
Spa & HoneymoonYear-round — overwater bungalows, sunsets.
FamilyDecember–April — calm sea, shallow lagoons, safe.
BudgetMay-November — rainy season, prices -40%, local guesthouses.
Monthly climate data
Maldives weather month by month
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rainy days (%) | Precip. in/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 79°F | 82°F | 45% | 0.2in | 11.0h | 7.9/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 81°F | 82°F | 35% | 0.1in | 11.1h | 8.3/10 |
| 🌤️ March | 81°F | 84°F | 40% | 0.1in | 11.3h | 7.9/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 81°F | 84°F | 54% | 0.2in | 11.5h | 7.5/10 |
| ⛅ May | 81°F | 84°F | 76% | 0.3in | 10.9h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 81°F | 84°F | 46% | 0.1in | 11.3h | 7.8/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 81°F | 84°F | 54% | 0.2in | 11.0h | 7.5/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 81°F | 84°F | 49% | 0.2in | 11.1h | 7.6/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 79°F | 82°F | 59% | 0.2in | 11.1h | 7.5/10 |
| ⛅ October | 79°F | 82°F | 62% | 0.3in | 11.0h | 7.5/10 |
| ⛅ November | 79°F | 82°F | 68% | 0.4in | 10.8h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌤️ December | 79°F | 82°F | 59% | 0.3in | 10.9h | 7.5/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
🌴 Tropical destination — heavy rain months benefit from an algorithmic adjustment: tropical showers are intense but brief and usually don't ruin a trip.
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Good time
Average 29°F, 57% rainy days, 11.2h sunshine/day. Score: 7.5/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Good time
Average 29°F, 50% rainy days, 11.1h sunshine/day. Score: 7.6/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 28°F, 63% rainy days, 11.0h sunshine/day. Score: 7.4/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Good time
Average 28°F, 46% rainy days, 11.0h sunshine/day. Score: 7.9/10.
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FAQ
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February is ideal with 35% rainy days and 28°F.
May is the wettest month with 76% rainy days.
Yes, February is the best month with an average of 28°F.
In winter, the average score is 7.9/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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