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May in Addu Atoll sees daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F) and lows of 27°C (81°F) at night. With around 186 mm (7.3 in) of rainfall expected, it's worth packing a rain jacket.
Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. February typically offers the best weather for Addu Atoll.
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Find out more about the weather in the Maldives and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of the Maldives in May →
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Warm but pleasant conditions in Addu Atoll in May. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Where to go in May - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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