When to visit Maldives
When to visit Maldives
When to visit Maldives : Maldives made up of over 1,2000 islands scattered across the Indian ocean is one of the top beach destinations in the world, the islands boast a postcard – worthy scenery, luxury island resorts and hotels and year – round warm weather. For years, Maldives has been a hotspot for holidaymakers from all the world. Whether you are seeking for unadulterated luxury, a romantic getaway for two or a family vacation, this island is the perfect destination.
As you are planning to visit the islands of Maldives, knowing when to travel to the island is very important, also expert advise about Monsoon season and traveling during Ramadan will help you plan and enjoy your holiday.
WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO VISIT THE MALDIVES FOR GOOD WEATHER?
The best time to visit the Maldives Island is between November and April which is outside of the monsoon season, staying during March and April is recommended excluding the Easter Holiday and a peak season when the pricing is more expensive most especially on hotels and resorts. In the months you will enjoy hot, dry weather and quieter resorts, also experience much lower humidity levels and very hot days.
Maldives sits on the either side of the equator and is blessed with a warm, tropical climate, the island experiences a temperature range of 25°c and 31°c throughout the year. There are variations in rainfall, humidity and sunshine hours.
Checkout our guide below to find out when it is the best time to visit the Maldives and weather throughout the different months of the year.
January weather in the Maldives
January has plenty of sunshine and hot days thus being a perfect time for a beauty holiday in Maldives, also the water visibility is fantastic making it a great time for snorkeling and diving. It is worth noting the January is a peak season so booking in advance is important.
Average temperature: 27°C
High temperature: 29°C
Low temperature: 25°C
Hours of sunshine: 9 hours
Rainfall: 75mm (5 days of rainfall)
Sea temperature: 28°C
February to March weather in the Maldives
February and March are the driest months in the Maldives with warm temperatures and low humidity, the water visibility is great diving and snorkeling.
February and March also fall into the peak season so it is important to book in advance.
Average temperature: 28°C
High temperature: 30°C
Low temperature: 26°C
Hours of sunshine: 9 – 10 hours
Rainfall: 50mm (5 – 7 days)
Sea temperature: 28°C
April weather in the Maldives
April has plenty of sunshine and warm weather with good water visibility great for snorkeling and diving, there may be some rainfall towards to the end of April.
Average temperature: 29°C
High temperature: 31°C
Low temperature: 27°C
Hours of sunshine: 9 hours
Rainfall: 132mm (10 days)
Sea temperature: 30°C
May to September weather in the Maldives
Months between May and September are warm with plenty of sunshine, there is a risk of rainfall and thunderstorms but they usually last brief moments.
Water visibility is reduced so diving and snorkeling is not rewarding, however because this is a low season, you are likely to get great travel deals on flights and hotels. Als there are few crowds on the resorts.
Average temperature: 28°C
High temperature: 30°C
Low temperature: 25°C
Hours of sunshine: 7- 8 hours
Rainfall: 13 – 15 days per month
Sea temperature: 30°C
October to November weather in the Maldives
These are the most popular times of the year to travel to the Maldives thanks to warm temperatures and plenty of sunshine, though there is a high risk of rain and thunderstorms. This is time of the year is great for diving and snorkeling thanks to whale sharks and manta rays that come out to feed on the plankton in the water.
Also, this is a low season so you should expect few people in the resorts and you can get great deals on flights and accommodations.
Average temperature: 27°C
High temperature: 29 °C
Low temperature: 25 °C
Hours of sunshine: 6 – 8 hours
Rainfall: 222mm (14 – 16 days)
Sea temperature: 28°C
December weather in the Maldives
December in the Maldives is warm with long hours of sunshine but a risk of rain and storms, you are likely to get great deals on hotels for travel before the Christmas period.
Average temperature: 27°C
High temperature: 29°C
Low temperature: 25°C
Hours of sunshine: 7 hours
Rainfall: 232mm (13 days)
Sea temperature: 20°C
SEASONS IN MALDIVES
Low season – May to November
Mid-range – March to April
High season – December to February
Is there anything else to consider?
When deciding when it is the best time to visit the Maldives, weather is not the only factor to put in consideration. Other factors to consider include your budget, when you can take time off from work or even when the best conditions are for snorkeling and diving.
Here are other factors to put in consideration to help you decide.
When is the cheapest time to visit the Maldives?
If you are looking for the best price on flights and accommodation, the best time to visit the Maldives is between May and November when there is a slightly higher chance of rain but you can enjoy fewer people in the resort and many great holiday offers.
Most visitors choose to visit the Maldives between the months of November and April, purposely to avoid monsoon season to ensure that they get to make the most of endless amounts of sunshine.
However, this time of the year will be more expensive than during the rainy season. Travelling between December and March – high season, you can expect high prices for both flights and accommodations.
When is the most expensive time to visit the Maldives?
The most expensive time to travel to the Maldives is between December and February particularly over the Christmas and New Year period, in this period most travelers are looking for a winter sun holiday so expect higher prices for hotels and airfares.
The weather in the Maldives is consistently hot and sunny with day time temperatures of around 30°C and evening temperatures around 25°C all year round.
Maldives experience two pronounced seasons that is dry season which lasts from December to April and the rainy season lasting from May to November and peaks around June.
The rainy season in Maldives is also referred to as the South West Moonsoon see the highest levels of rainfall and humidity, there fore the most popular and more expensive time to travel to Maldives is from December to April.
When is the monsoon season in the Maldives?
Maldives experiences two monsoon seasons that is the north east monsoon (the dry season) running from December to March and the South west monsoon (the wet season) running from May to November when you may experience strong winds, rain and occasional thunderstorms.
When is the best time for surfing or diving in the Maldives?
The best surfing conditions in the Maldives is between Marh and October, diving is suitable all year round and you will be able to enjoy better visibility on the western side of the island between May and November and the eastern side between December and April.
Diving during the wet season you will see an abundance of hammerhead sharks, manta rays and reef sharks.
Ramadan in the Maldives
The Maldives is a Muslim country and it is worth to note that the dates of the Ramadan each year, traveling during the Ramadan you many find some of restaurants in the capital Male are closed during the day.
The island resorts are usually not affected with restaurants and bar remaining open and serving alcohol.
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