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Maldives, Maldives · Equatorial tropical

Maldives in July: go or not?

Mixed period. Maldives in July: 5.4/10.

📅 Data updated: October 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 3.20°N · 73.22°E
⚡ This month's verdict
Why not
Maldives · July
5.4
27–29°
Temperature
44%
Rain
7h
Sun
🌴 Tropical☀️ High UV🌧️ Monsoon season
Photo : Yosi Bitran via Unsplash
The month in detail

What to expect in July

In July, Maldives sees 84°F during the day with 7.3h of sunshine per day. Expect rain on 44% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.

July ranks 6 out of 12 months in Maldives. Compared to June: +0.6h of sun per day.

This month's conditions

What it's like in July

UV index
8 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
very humid
24°
Sea
30°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
12.2h of daylight
Air quality
excellent
AQI 13
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Is July the right month?

The best month in Maldives is February (6.3/10), 0.9 pt higher than July.

See February →See all 12 months →
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.

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Practical info

What you need to know before you go

Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.

Country · Maldives

🗣️LanguageDhivehi
💶CurrencyRufiyaa maldivienne (Rf)
🚗DrivingLeft-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘVery expensive · 5/5

🌡️ Climate

🌍Climate typeEquatorial tropical
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthMarch · 84°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 82°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘSeptember · 51%

🏝️ Tropical stay

🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘNone (equator)
Location

Where is Maldives ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

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🔍 Geographic context
Maldives
Equatorial tropical climate with a 6.3 → 5.2 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
3.20°N · 73.22°E
Questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Maldives?
February is the best month with 82°F highs, 81°F lows, 9.1h of sunshine and 11.0% rainy days.
How many hours of sunshine does Maldives get in February?
Maldives averages 9.1 sunshine hours per day in February. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 6.3/10.
What is the rainiest month in Maldives?
May is the most unfavourable month with May has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Maldives in February?
In February, overnight lows reach 81°F, while afternoon highs average 82°F.
Is Maldives good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Maldives scores 5.8/10 on average — Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains February with a score of 6.3/10.
When should you avoid Maldives?
May is the most difficult month to visit Maldives, with May has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Maldives in July?
In July, the sea averages 85°F in Maldives: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Maldives in July?
The average UV index reaches 8 in July in Maldives (high), with about 12.2h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.