Malé weather and climate - scenic view of Malé, Maldives

Malé Weather Forecast

Plan your trip to Malé, Maldives with confidence. Based on 30 years of NASA satellite data, expect average temperatures of 28°C (high) to 27°C (low), with 1,275mm annual rainfall. The Indian Ocean averages 30°C for swimming. The best months to visit are January, February, March for optimal weather conditions. Explore daily forecasts for all 365 days.

Avg High
28°C

Peak in June

Avg Low
27°C

Coolest in December

Annual Rainfall
1,275mm

Heavy in May

Daily Sunshine
8hrs

Peak in dry season

Sea Temperature

Indian Ocean

29.6°C

Annual Average

Water Feel
🌴Tropical

Perfect for swimming and water sports

Swim Rating
Excellent for swimming

Based on average sea surface temperature

Body of Water
Indian Ocean

Malé coastline

Malé Monthly Weather Guide

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Currency

MVR

Maldivian rufiyaa

Language

Maldivian

Driving

Left side

Best Time to Visit Malé

Location, climate overview & historical trends

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📍 4.1755° N, 73.5093° E

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Malé is a prominent destination in Maldives.

Located at 4.18°N latitude,Malé experiences a tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round.

Based on 30 years of data, June is the warmest month (avg. 29°C), while December is the coolest. May sees the most rain (61% chance), making February the driest month.

Historical Climate Trend

30-Year Analysis

+1.04°C

Total over 30 years

+0.35°C

Per decade

Linear regression analysis of historical maximum temperatures for Malé, based on 1995-2024 satellite data from NASA POWER.

Best Time to Visit

NASA POWER Data (1991-2021)

January, February, March

Best months to visit

28°C

Avg High

Based on 30 years of NASA satellite data,Malé receives approximately 1,275mm of rainfall annually. These months offer optimal temperatures and minimal rain probability for your visit.

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Climate Trends

EXCLUSIVE

1995-2040 Temperature Trend

+0.4°C
By 2040
Historical (NASA)Projected (CMIP6)
1995← Historical | Projected →2040

1995 Avg

27.7°

2024 Avg

28.6°

2040 Proj

29°

Historical Rate

+0.35°C

per decade (observed)

Projected Rate

+0.23°C

per decade (CMIP6)

🌡️ Malé has warmed by +1.0°C since 1995. By 2040, an additional +0.4°C is projected (based on CMIP6 rate of 0.233°C/decade), for a total of +1.4°C from 1995 baseline.

NASA POWER (1995-2024) + CMIP6 (CMCC_CM2_VHR4, EC_Earth3P_HR, FGOALS_f3_H, HiRAM_SIT_HR, MRI_AGCM3_2_S, NICAM16_8S)

Travel Intelligence

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Low Traffic
34/ 100
Traffic Index

Quieter airport

Peak Daily Arrivals

0

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Peak

Mar

Low

Sep

Monthly Traffic Distribution

83
Jan
85
Feb
85
Mar
77
Apr
72
May
62
Jun
64
Jul
56
Aug
28
Sep
61
Oct
74
Nov
70
Dec
Traffic Level
Low Season

Key Connections

Colombo Bandaranaike (CMB)
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Gan (GAN)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

8 Recommendations
COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Chikungunya

All travelers should take steps to prevent mosquito bites. Chikungunya vaccination is generally not recommended. Travelers who wish to consider vaccination can visit “What to consider before traveling” on thechikungunya vaccinespage to learn more.

Hepatitis A

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to the Maldives.Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, are immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers of all ages traveling to the Maldives.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

Rabies

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in the Maldives.If rabies exposures occur while in the Maldives, rabies vaccines may only be available in larger suburban/urban medical facilities.Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.For more information, seecountry rabies status assessments.

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Malé Climate Data by Month

Historical temperature and precipitation averages

MonthAvg High C)Rain Probability (%)Status
January28°C24%✨ Perfect
February28°C15%✨ Perfect
March28°C19%✨ Perfect
April29°C39%Neutral
May29°C61%🌧️ Rainy
June29°C38%Neutral
July28°C42%🌧️ Rainy
August28°C38%Neutral
September28°C49%🌧️ Rainy
October28°C53%🌧️ Rainy
November28°C55%🌧️ Rainy
December28°C48%🌧️ Rainy

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Malé Weather FAQ

When is the best time to visit Malé?

Honestly, look for months with mild temperatures (20°C-25°C) and low rain chance. Based on historical data, January, February, March are usually great choices.

When is the hottest month in Malé?

June is historically the hottest month in Malé with average highs of 29°C.

When does it rain the most in Malé?

May typically sees the highest probability of rain (61%).

Is Malé expensive?

Prices vary by season. The "Perfect" weather months usually coincide with peak tourist season and higher prices, while the rainy or cold months offer better deals.