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The Indulge Maldives Weather Guide gives you a month by month insight into the best time to go to Maldives.
We share everything you need to know about the best month to visit Maldives!
MALDIVES WEATHER
The Maldives is situated across the Equator, creating a hot, sunny and tropical destination year round. Most of the Maldives lies within the northern hemisphere, with the exception of a couple of atolls in the south of the Maldives, which are located in the southern hemisphere. The Equator crosses through the nation between Fuvahmulah Island and Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll, resulting in consistent daily Maldives weather temperatures of 25-31°C / 78-87°F year round, with only slight drops in overnight temperatures. Ocean temperatures range between 25- 28°C / 78-86°F, and most days have an average of 8 hours of sunshine. Maldives Meteorological Service and weather.com are great resources for accurate Maldives weather and tide forecasts..
BEST TIME TO VISIT MALDIVES
Maldives weather features two distinct weather seasons:- The dry season (north-east monsoon): November to April
- The wet season (south-west monsoon): May to October
CHEAPEST TIME TO GO TO MALDIVES
For travellers on a budget, the cheapest time to go to Maldives is during the wet season: between May to October. The wettest months of the year peak in mid-late May, June and late September and October. Visitors to Maldives can expect plenty of sunny spells / weeks during the wet season. It is in fact a myth that rain falls everyday during May to October. During these months, it is the cheapest time to go to Maldives. Budget accommodation on local islands starts from USD$40 per room per night, including breakfast and many Maldives resorts offer excellent Maldives deals, including room and meal plan upgrades and even free nights eg pay for 3 stay 4. Your budget and Maldives deals are also important to consider when choosing the best month to visit Maldives.WHEN IS PEAK SEASON IN MALDIVES?
Many people consider the best time to visit Maldives is from December to March – peak season in Maldives, when Maldives weather is hotter and drier. Most travellers see this as the best time to go to Maldives, but there many other factors to consider when choosing the best month to visit Maldives..
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FACTORS TO CONSIDER WHEN DECIDING THE BEST TIME TO GO TO MALDIVES (BESIDES MALDIVES WEATHER):
There are a number of other factors travellers should consider when deciding the best time to go to Maldives.- The best Maldives holiday deals and packages are available in low season: May to September, or in shoulder season: October and November + April and May, making these months the cheapest time to visit Maldives.
- The best time to go to Maldives for Surfers is during the surf season, from April to October (the wet season). It is highly unlikely surfers will find good quality swells / favourable winds outside of the south-west monsoon season. There will still be plenty of sunny days within the wet season.
- Although it is possible to scuba dive in Maldives year round, divers often prefer the dry season (December to April) for the best time to go to Maldives, as this is when visibility and water clarity is optimal.
- The best time to go to Maldives for marine life like manta rays, is between May to November (wet season), when the ocean is full of plankton. This is especially so if hoping to visit Hanifaru Bay. Whale sharks can be found at Dhigurah year round.
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BEST MONTH TO VISIT MALDIVES:
Indulge Maldives gives a month-by-month insight into Maldives weather to help you decide on the best time to visit Maldives and the cheapest time to go to Maldives. These are the general Maldives weather patterns that occur year round:Maldives weather in January
January is often the best month to visit Maldives as the weather in Maldives is hot and humid, with low amounts of rainfall (75mm on average). January in Maldives has average temperatures of 29°C / 84°F, and sea temperatures the same. The north-east monsoon wind, a dry wind originating from east of India, blows away rain clouds so travellers can expect 9 hours of sunshine daily. The visibility is excellent for divers and snorkellers in January in Maldives. Indulge Maldives advises to book your Maldives vacation 2-3 months in advance if travelling to Maldives in January as it is peak season, and most properties will be in high occupancy.Maldives weather in February
February can be the best time to visit Maldives as it is the driest month of the year, with 10 hours of sunshine daily. Daytime temperatures average 30°C / 86°F with little fluctuation overnight and little rainfall (50mm monthly). Visibility for diving and snorkelling is excellent in February in Maldives, and average sea temperatures are 28°C/ 82°F. Indulge Maldives recommends booking your Maldives vacation 2-3 months in advance if travelling to Maldives in February as it is peak season, with most properties booking out well before February.Maldives weather in March
March is the best month to visit Maldives for those wanting perfect beach days, with 9 hours of sunshine. Daytime temperatures average a maximum of 31°C / 88°F and sea temperatures 29°C / 84°F. March in Maldives has low amounts of rainfall (73mm average), making it the best time to visit Maldives. Maldives in March brings pristine visibility for divers and snorkellers and is the beginning of the surfing season in the Maldives, with winds turning south-west. Indulge Maldives recommends booking your Maldives vacation 2-3 months in advance if travelling to Maldives in March, as most properties will be in high demand.Maldives weather in April
April in the Maldives is excellent for a vacation. The final month of dry season / high season, prices are slightly more affordable than in the earlier months of the year (except for Easter). Maldives weather in April brings average daytime temperatures of 29°C / 84°F, with 9 hours of sunshine. Sea temps are 30°C / 86°F. Downpours may occur, especially in the last third of the month (average April rainfall 132mm). Water visibility for divers and snorkellers is great and surfers will welcome the first real swells of the Maldives surfing season. Indulge Maldives advises to book Maldives vacations for April 1-2 months in advance if travelling to Maldives in April.Maldives weather in May
May in the Maldives is the start of the wet season and is the cheapest time to go to Maldives. May is sunny, with chances of storms and possible whole days of wind and rain. The south-western monsoon season brings rain (average of 216mm), although days are still temperate; 26-29°C 80-84°F with sea temps the same. Water visibility is slightly reduced due to the presence of plankton. Last minute bookings are possible if travelling to Maldives in May as hotels and resorts have a reduced occupancy and many competitive offers, such as free meal plans, room upgrades and free nights to entice travellers.Maldives weather in June
June in the Maldives means a high chance of heavy rain as it is one of the wettest months of the year (average 180mm rainfall). Don’t be put off as June is the cheapest time to go to Maldives – travellers prepared to spend just as much time enjoying a resort’s facilities as at the beach, will score the best deals of the year! Maldives weather in June is 26-29°C / 80-84°F daily along with the ocean temp. Plankton reduces water visibility, and June is the start of manta and whale shark season in Maldives, with both coming to feed on plankton. Last minute bookings possible if travelling to Maldives in June.Maldives weather in July
Maldives weather in July is hot and humid, paired with odd days of heavy downpours (143mm on average). Daytime temps reach 26-29°C / 80-84°F and ocean temps around 27°C / 80°F. July is excellent for surfers as the largest, most consistent swells arrive. July is still the cheapest time to go to Maldives, with many great Maldives holiday deals on offer. Water visibility is still reduced with plankton, however manta rays and whale sharks are now present. The 26th of July is National Independence Day, with small parades and public celebrations on local islands. If travelling to Maldives in July, last minute bookings are possible.Maldives weather in August
August in the Maldives is hot and humid, with some short heavy downpours (188mm on average). The weather in Maldives for August ranges between 26-29°C / 80-84°F of a daytime whilst ocean temps are around 27°C / 80°F. Diving visibility is still reduced due to plankton, and whale sharks and mantas still present, plus the biggest swells of the season arrive for surfers. Great holiday offers available and is still the cheapest time to go to Maldives. Last minute bookings possible if travelling to Maldives in August.Maldives weather in September
The first third of September in Maldives is usually quite dry, but as the month progresses, September becomes one of the wettest months in Maldives (average 243mm rainfall). The weather in Maldives in September sees average temperatures of 30°C/ 86°F, plus it is the cheapest time to go to Maldives. Diving visibility is still reduced with plankton, but there are great opportunities to spot whale sharks and manta rays feeding in 28°C/ 82°F sea temps. If travelling to Maldives in September, last minute bookings are possible.Maldives weather in October
October is one of the wettest month in Maldives (222mm average rainfall), with whole days of rain and high humidity. It is the last calendar month that offers excellent Maldives holiday deals, especially if travellers are prepared to spend just as much time enjoying a resort’s facilities as at the beach. October is the final month of the Maldives’ surf season, visibility is still reduced with plankton, and sea temperatures are 28°C / 82°F. Last minute bookings are possible if travelling to Maldives in October.Maldives weather in November
November can be the best time to go to visit Maldives with 30°/86°F average daily temperatures. Although the wet season is finishing and dry season beginning, travellers can expect rain showers in Maldives in November (200mm average rainfall). November in the Maldives is the last month to swim with manta rays, as increasing visibility means plankton is reducing, and sea temperatures are 28°C / 82°F. Indulge Maldives advises to book Maldives vacations for November 1-2 months in advance if travelling to Maldives in November.Maldives weather in December
December can be the best month to visit Maldives as it is hot and dry (average temps 29°C / 84°F) and scattered rainfall, mostly in the first half of the month. Christmas and New Year in Maldives is very popular with travellers, and forms the start of the high season period, where prices are at a premium. The dive season commences in December in Maldives, with great visibility and average sea temperatures of 28°C / 82°F. Maldives festive season holidays should be booked 3 months ahead of time if travelling to Maldives in December, as resorts and hotels are likely to be fully booked.
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