Climate of Maldives — Month by Month
Country-wide average for Maldives. Part of Southern Asia, Asia.
Located in Southern Asia, Asia, Maldives has a tropical climate. Country-wide average temperatures range from 27.1°C / 80.8°F in January to 28.3°C / 82.9°F in April, with annual rainfall totalling around 1964.0999999999997 mm / 77.3 in — driest in February (38.1 mm / 1.5 in), wettest in September (242.8 mm / 9.6 in). These are national averages; regional variation can be substantial, especially in geographically diverse countries. For city-level detail see the cities section below, and for state or province breakdowns follow the subdivisions link if available.
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| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27.1°C80.8°F | 114.2 mm4.5″ | Tropical |
| February | 27.4°C81.3°F | 38.1 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Hot |
| March | 27.8°C82°F | 73.5 mm2.9″ | — |
| April | 28.3°C82.9°F | 120.3 mm4.7″ | Tropical |
| May | 28.1°C82.6°F | 210 mm8.3″ | Tropical |
| June | 27.8°C82°F | 169.5 mm6.7″ | Tropical |
| July | 27.6°C81.7°F | 147.2 mm5.8″ | Tropical |
| August | 27.6°C81.7°F | 187.8 mm7.4″ | Tropical |
| September | 27.4°C81.3°F | 242.8 mm9.6″ | Tropical |
| October | 27.3°C81.1°F | 213.6 mm8.4″ | Tropical |
| November | 27.1°C80.8°F | 231.1 mm9.1″ | Tropical |
| December | 27.1°C80.8°F | 216 mm8.5″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Maldives?
The best months to visit Maldives for sunny, dry weather are February. The warmest month is April (28.3°C / 82.9°F average), and the driest is February (~38.1 mm / 1.5 in rainfall).
What is the climate of Maldives?
Maldives has country-wide monthly average temperatures ranging from 27.1°C / 80.8°F in January to 28.3°C / 82.9°F in April. Annual rainfall averages about 1964 mm / 77.3 in, with the wettest month being September (242.8 mm / 9.6 in) and the driest February (38.1 mm / 1.5 in). Regional variation within Maldives can be significant — see subdivision or city pages for detail.
What is the hottest month in Maldives?
The hottest month in Maldives is April, with a country-wide average temperature of 28.3°C / 82.9°F.
What is the coldest month in Maldives?
The coldest month in Maldives is January, with a country-wide average temperature of 27.1°C / 80.8°F.
When does it rain most in Maldives?
The wettest month in Maldives is September, averaging about 242.8 mm / 9.6 in of rain. The driest is February with about 38.1 mm / 1.5 in.