When you read the weather information gathered down below, you'll notice that the weather within the Maldives tends to be nearly identical throughout, with the month not really meaning much. The days in this region tend to be on the warm side and at least, what most would consider, somewhat humid. The nights here are known for being both reasonably warm and a bit on the balmy side.

Unlike most of other tropical destinations, the Maldives is unique in that it has two different “monsoon seasons” each year. Thankfully, neither season is known for any dramatic weather or flooding, so the differences are subtle. Even during what we would consider the non-monsoon seasons, you'll still note some infrequent rainfall, so the overall consistency is what is most striking for the potential visitor. With this said, the best times to visit the Maldives really depends on your goals, as the entire year is a good time if you can make it out there.

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Maldives monthly temperature averages and rainfall

January

 

  • High: 30°C/86°F
  • Low: 25°C/77°F
  • Rain: 76mm/3″

 

February

 

  • High: 30°C/86°F
  • Low: 26°C/78°F
  • Rain: 51mm/2″

 

March

 

  • High: 31°C/88°F
  • Low: 26°C/78°F
  • Rain: 74mm/2.9″

 

April

 

  • High: 31°C/88°F
  • Low: 26°C/79°F
  • Rain: 132mm/5.2″

 

May

 

  • High: 31°C/87°F
  • Low: 26°C/79°F
  • Rain: 216mm/8.5″

 

June

 

  • High: 30°C/86°F
  • Low: 26°C/78°F
  • Rain: 173mm/6.8″

 

July

 

  • High: 30°C/86°F
  • Low: 26°C/78°F
  • Rain: 147mm/5.8″

 

August

 

  • High: 30°C/86°F
  • Low: 25°C/77°F
  • Rain: 188mm/7.4″

 

September

 

  • High: 30°C/86°F
  • Low: 25°C/77°F
  • Rain: 244mm/9.6″

 

October

 

  • High: 30°C/86°F
  • Low: 25°C/77°F
  • Rain: 221mm/8.7″

 

November

 

  • High: 30°C/86°F
  • Low: 25°C/77°F
  • Rain: 201mm/7.9″

 

December

 

  • High: 29°C/85°F
  • Low: 25°C/77°F
  • Rain: 231mm/9.1″

Dry season and wet season

The dry season generally lasts from mid December and into early May, but the beginning and ending times do change a little bit year to year. The Northeast Monsoon season occurs between November and March, but of course most of this is during “dry season” and due to this, it’s no surprise that the monsoon rarely amounts to anything more than a quick downpour a couple times a week.

 

The rainy season here is from early May and into mid December, with the Southwest Monsoon season officially serving as the months of July and August. Again, the rainfall totals don’t vary much at all, and the chances of a major storm are slim to none. Because the Maldives water villas are all built very well and specifically to comfortably handle normal conditions in the area, you shouldn’t worry about any storm dangers.

 

Olhuveli Resort Maldives

Cloudbursts and sunshine

Typical of tropical areas, when it rains in the Maldives it tends to come down very heavy for a short amount of time before clearing up just as quickly as it came. Even during the “dry season” it’s not uncommon for the day to start with a sunny sky and then turn quickly with thick clouds that roll in sometime in the afternoon, with 30 minutes of heavy showers after that, and then a clear evening that matches the morning.

 

During the rainy season it tends to rain a little more during the night, which means that the actual daytime rain that visitors see is more consistent than it first appears. You’ll find that during the rainy season it’s rare to have more than a few cloudy days each and every week, so it would be very bad luck to see a lot of gray during an average visit.


Humidity

It’s relatively humid all year long in the Maldives, and those coming from a colder climate may feel slightly uncomfortable during the first couple of days, but nearly everyone enjoys that special tropical feeling after that. Also, the temperature never strays much above the averages, so even the high humidity is never unbearable like it can be in Mediterranean Europe.


Winds

Because the Maldives is strung throughout a large portion of the Indian Ocean, there will be steady winds crossing through your overwater resort at pretty much at all times. The wind can and likes to change direction, but it’s almost never really still. This means that even on hot days you’ll still be cooled down by a tropical breeze.

 

This steady breeze is yet another reason to choose a water villa instead of a beach villa. This is because most of the overwater villas located here have private terraces on two or more edges, which means you’ll always have access to the breeze if you like, something not always true of the island rooms that are sheltered with palm trees and other buildings.

 

Source: Weather.com

 

Top photo courtesy of thadu83 on Flickr


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  1. We reviewed the choices here and didn’t see anything that looked affordable (cheap). We are looking for an over water room with all inclusive amenities so we can eat to much, drink to much and relax enough for 4 nights and 5 days. The issue has been finding a place in our “cheap” budget of 2300.00 for the accommodations plus about 400.00 for transportation to and from Male to the resort. Can you help?

    1. Michael,

      My top recommendation for an all-inclusive water villa in the Maldives is Meeru Island. They are one of the larger resorts and that allows them to offer very good rates and still keep a very high quality of service. The rates are different depending on the week or month you want to visit, so I’m not sure whether they fit your budget or not. If Meeru doesn’t fit your budget then you’ll probably have to settle for a resort that isn’t all-inclusive. Best of luck! -Roger

      https://www.overwaterbungalows.net/meeru-island-resort-maldives