Malé Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

In Malé temperatures are generally consistent throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 30°C (86°F) in April to a comfortable 29°C (84°F) in January.

Nighttime temperatures range from 27°C (81°F) in April to 26°C (79°F) in January.

Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Malé experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1774 mm (70 in) of precipitation annually. The seasons in Malé bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, May, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 229 mm (9 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 10 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, February, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 47 mm (1.9 in) over 5 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Malé Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Malé enjoys sunny spells year-round. March sees up to 9.4 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. June, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 6.7 hours of sun despite this cloudier time of the year.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 28°C (82°F) in January to 30°C (86°F) in May.

Water temperature over the year

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Malé.

The city experiences its highest humidity in October, reaching 82%. In March, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 76%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year