Maldives Weather

If you are looking for plenty of sunshine and warm weather 365 days a year then look no further than the Maldives! The tropical climate makes it the perfect vacation destination all year round because the weather is always warm and perfect for checking out the beaches and other outdoor activities. While the weather is fairly consistent, there are two different monsoons that have a direct impact on the Maldives weather. These are the southwest and northeast monsoons.

The southwest monsoon occurs during the months of May through November and the northeast monsoon from December through April. The hottest month in the Maldives is usually the month of April while December is known as the coolest. The northeast monsoon usually results in the driest weather and generally February is the driest month of the year. The sun usually shins for an average of eight hours per day and the max temperature is around 31 degrees Celsius and the minimum 25.5 degrees Celsius. Humidity hovers around 79%.

Everyone worries about major storms, especially hurricanes and typhoons, when they plan a tropical beach holiday. However, the Maldives offers some security from these types of storms because it is located close to the equator and it is quite unusual to have serious storms.

So go ahead and plan your Maldives vacation around your schedule. You certainly don't need to worry about the weather because more often than not it is beautiful and warm, which makes the Maldives a top vacation destination any time!