Maldives Weather

Maldives weather
Located north of the equator in the Indian Ocean, the island nation of the Maldives enjoys a hot tropical climate, with plenty of sunshine and high humidity. The average temperature is around 28C, with the heat staying fairly constant throughout the year. The best time to visit the Maldives is between November and April, when the weather is dry and sunny, and the region receives up to 10 hours of sunshine per day.

Weather in the Maldives - Best time to visit from November to April
Two monsoon systems dominate the weather pattern of the Maldives, and bring both a rainy and dry season each year. The northeast monsoon occurs from November to April, creating the dry season, and calm sunny days. This is the busy tourist season, with visitors enjoying temperatures that range from 25C - 29C, and gentle coastal breezes that help to temper the humidity. March and April are the hottest months, when temperatures can reach up to 32C. November and April are the recommended months for divers, with the best underwater clarity and vision.

Maldives weather - Rainy season running from May to October
The southwest monsoon brings the rainy season, and typically runs from May to October. During this time the Maldives see strong winds, torrential rain and rough seas, with conditions peaking between June and September. Throughout the rainy season, however, there are still plenty of sunny days and the temperatures remain high, rarely dropping below 25C. The Maldives see very little variation in temperatures and length of days even as the seasons change, with the major factor being the increase in rainfall. Rain can fall any time during the year, however showers in the tourist season usually being short-lived.