About Maldives
Overwater villas, pristine beaches, coral reefs, and crystal-clear lagoons.
Regions(12)
Addu Atoll
Southernmost atoll with WWII history and unique heart-shaped island
Baa Atoll
UNESCO Biosphere Reserve famous for Hanifaru Bay manta ray gatherings
Kaafu Atoll
Malé and popular resort islands
Laamu Atoll
Southern atoll with excellent surfing and unique marine biodiversity
Lhaviyani Atoll
Shipwreck diving destination with Kuredu island and diverse marine life
Noonu Atoll
Secluded atoll with few resorts and pristine diving conditions
North Ari Atoll
Whale shark hotspot with beautiful house reefs and dive sites
North Malé Atoll
Most accessible atoll with luxury resorts and excellent diving
Raa Atoll
Less developed atoll with authentic local islands and pristine reefs
South Ari Atoll
Year-round whale shark encounters and world-class diving
South Malé Atoll
Quieter alternative to North with pristine reefs and surf breaks
Vaavu Atoll
Pristine reefs and channels
Quick Facts
Capital
Malé
Language
Dhivehi
Currency
Maldivian Rufiyaa (MVR)
Population
NaN
Area (km²)
298 km² km²
Timezone
UTC+5
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Daylight, UV and air quality in Maldives
Live conditions, updated continuously — sun times calculated for this exact location.
Daylight
11h 58m
Day length
- Sunrise
- 05:51
- Sunset
- 17:49
- Golden hour
- 17:21
- Blue hour
- 18:11
UV indexLive
Air qualityLive
Sources: Open-Meteo and our own solar calculations
Climate in Maldives month by month
Long-term averages 1991–2020 — what the weather is normally like, not a forecast.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day | 27° | 28° | 28° | 29° | 29° | 28° | 28° | 28° | 28° | 28° | 27° | 27° |
| Night | 26° | 26° | 27° | 27° | 27° | 27° | 26° | 26° | 26° | 26° | 26° | 26° |
| Precipitation (mm) | 81 | 38 | 46 | 114 | 227 | 125 | 142 | 145 | 176 | 195 | 219 | 206 |
| Rain days (days) | 11 | 7 | 9 | 17 | 24 | 18 | 18 | 17 | 19 | 21 | 20 | 19 |
| Sunshine (h/day) | 11 | 11.2 | 11.4 | 11.3 | 10.2 | 10.5 | 10.3 | 10.5 | 10.4 | 10.5 | 10 | 10.4 |
| Colour shows how well the month suits a trip |
Source: Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis, 1991–2020
Chance of rain in Maldives month by month
How often it normally rains — share of days with at least 1 mm, averaged over 1991–2020.
Driest period
January – March
Driest month
February · 24%
Wettest month
May · 78%
Chance of rain
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rain probability | 35% | 24% | 28% | 57% | 78% | 59% | 57% | 55% | 64% | 68% | 68% | 61% |
Rain days per month
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rain days (days) | 11 | 7 | 9 | 17 | 24 | 18 | 18 | 17 | 19 | 21 | 20 | 19 |
Source: Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis, 1991–2020
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit the Maldives is from November to April during the dry northeast monsoon season. This period offers sunny skies, calm seas perfect for diving and snorkeling, and minimal rainfall. The wet season (May-October) brings more rain and rougher seas, but also lower prices and fewer tourists.
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Climate Overview
Climate Type: Tropical monsoon
The Maldives has a tropical monsoon climate with warm temperatures year-round, averaging 28-31°C. The islands experience two monsoon seasons: the dry northeast monsoon (November-April) and the wet southwest monsoon (May-October). The water temperature stays a comfortable 27-29°C throughout the year, making it ideal for water activities.
Monthly Weather Overview
| Month | High °CMax | Low °CMin | Rain mmmm |
|---|---|---|---|
January | 30° | 26° | 55 |
February | 31° | 26° | 35 |
March | 31° | 27° | 50 |
April | 32° | 27° | 90 |
May | 31° | 26° | 195 |
June | 30° | 26° | 170 |
July | 30° | 26° | 145 |
August | 30° | 26° | 150 |
September | 30° | 25° | 180 |
October | 30° | 25° | 190 |
November | 30° | 25° | 120 |
December | 30° | 25° | 95 |
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Where to stay in Maldives
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Related Destinations
Kaafu Atoll
Malé and popular resort islands
Vaavu Atoll
Pristine reefs and channels
Addu Atoll
Southernmost atoll with WWII history and unique heart-shaped island
South Ari Atoll
Year-round whale shark encounters and world-class diving
South Malé Atoll
Quieter alternative to North with pristine reefs and surf breaks
Malé
Densely packed capital with colorful buildings and Friday Mosque