Best Time to Visit Maldives
Maldives is at its sunniest and driest in February.
The best time to visit Maldives for sunny, dry weather is February — 1 month of the year match our sunny profiles at a country-wide average. The drier half of the year covers June–August and January–April, while the wetter half runs through May and September–December. Country-wide monthly temperatures range from 27.1°C / 80.8°F in January to 28.3°C / 82.9°F in April, and monthly rainfall from 38.1 mm / 1.5 in (February) to 242.8 mm / 9.6 in (September). Maldives's climate is broadly tropical. These are national area-weighted averages from long-term climate normals — regional variation within Maldives can be substantial, especially for large or geographically diverse countries. Below, every month is classified against our five weather profiles so you can match your travel window to your preferred weather.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| February | 27.4°C81.3°F | 38.1 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Hot |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Maldives?
The best time to visit Maldives for sunny, dry weather is February. The warmest month is April (28.3°C / 82.9°F country-wide average) and the driest is February (about 38.1 mm / 1.5 in). These months combine warmth with low rainfall based on long-term climate normals.
When is the rainy season in Maldives?
The rainy season in Maldives runs through May and September–December, when monthly rainfall exceeds the national annual median of about 188 mm / 7.4 in. The wettest single month is September, averaging 242.8 mm / 9.6 in.
What is the dry season in Maldives?
The drier half of the year in Maldives covers June–August and January–April, when monthly rainfall stays at or below the annual median of about 188 mm / 7.4 in. The driest single month is February with about 38.1 mm / 1.5 in.
What months should I avoid visiting Maldives?
The least comfortable months for travel in Maldives — based on our climate data — are January, September, October, November, December. These are Maldives's wettest or coolest months. Rainfall peaks at 242.8 mm / 9.6 in in September, and temperatures bottom out at 27.1°C / 80.8°F in January.
Is there a shoulder season in Maldives?
Shoulder-season months in Maldives — moderate weather, lower rainfall than the wet season — include January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December. These are typically the quietest and cheapest months for travel, and often deliver decent weather without the peak-season crowd.