Our verdict
The best time to visit Maldives is November
The warmest month of the year in Malé, Maldives is May, where the average maximum temperature gets to around 30℃ (85℉), but temperatures can sometimes reach as high as 30℃ (86℉) on the hottest days of summer. In the winter months, it can get down to as low as 26℃ (79℉) at night. The climate can differ in many places across Maldives, and you can see more in the handy table below.
If you’re keen to see the sights of Maldives during the day, the sun stays up the longest around January. To stay dry, avoid travelling to Maldives in August – It’s the wettest month of the year.
Learn everything you need to know to help you decide when to go to Maldives below, and don’t forget to use the awesome travel tools we know and love to help you find the best deals and make booking your vacation a breeze!Quick links: Fast facts / Seasons / Average temperatures / FAQs / Map
*Support us by clicking the links above and making a booking with our partners. It's completely free for you, and it helps us make this site even more awesome! We'll <3 you for it.
Maldives seasons
Before you plan your trip, it’s important to know when the seasons are as they may be different to yours depending on where you’re travelling from. Maldives is in the Northern hemisphere, so the seasons fall on:
| Season | Months |
|---|---|
| Summer | June to August |
| Autumn/fall | September to November |
| Winter | December to February |
| Spring | March to May |
Best time to visit the top destinations in Maldives
We’ve put together a breakdown of the average minimum and maximum temperatures by month, as well as the best times to visit for each. To learn more about these destinations including detailed climate breakdowns and much more, click or tap the city/destination name below.
| City | Best time to visit | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male | November | ↑↓ | 28℃27℃ | 28℃27℃ | 29℃28℃ | 29℃28℃ | 29℃28℃ | 29℃28℃ | 29℃28℃ | 28℃28℃ | 28℃28℃ | 28℃28℃ | 28℃27℃ | 28℃27℃ |
Top FAQs
Check out these guides for the top must-see destinations in Maldives:
