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Weather & When to Visit the Maldives

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The Maldives is idyllic beyond belief, and its magnificence is reflected in its weather. With near-perfect temperatures and a generally dry climate the whole year round, it is one of those rare destinations that's always in season. It is one of the most extraordinary countries in the world with its chains of small sandy coral islands dotted around 26 atolls.

Curious to know how to make the most of your time here? Download our free Maldives country guide for expert recommendations.

Read on to find out the best time for you to visit The Maldives. If you would like to discover the Maldives in tandem with Sri Lanka, you might also like to consider the best time to visit Sri Lanka.

Bandos Island, The Maldives

When to visit (Quick Summary)

Best Time

All Year


Monsoon Season

May - October (wet season)


Beach Season

All Year


Wildlife

All Year (marine life)


January - April

Minimal rain, fantastic hot Maldives temperatures and clear blue skies make this one of the best times to visit the Maldives. Sea waters will be calm and clear too, so ideal for sun-seekers and snorkellers alike.

May - September

Don't be put off that May to September is the wet season for the Maldives - it's still a period for travel. Humidity and rain do increase over these months, but as the islands are so low-lying, rain clouds blow over very quickly so rain will only be short lived. Lower traveller numbers and excellent "low season" offers mean its a great time to visit.

October - December

Hot, dry weather returns to the Maldives as the wet season ends in October. Expect long days of brilliant sunshine and temperatures in the high 20°Cs - low 30°Cs. A very popular time to travel.

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