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Malé Climate by Month

Malé has a steady warm climate throughout the year. It also has a relatively rainy climate with high levels of precipitation. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

In Malé temperatures are generally consistent throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 30°C in April to a comfortable 29°C in December. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 26°C in December.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Malé experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1774 mm 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 of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 10 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, February, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 47 mm over 5 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

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

Sunshine over the year

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.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Average water temperature

The mean water temperature over the year in Malé ranges from 28°C in January to 30°C in May.

Water temperature over the year

The best time of year to visit Malé in the Maldives

Malé has high temperatures year round ranging between 28°C and 30°C.
Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • When is the rainy season in Malé?
    Rainy season in Malé occurs in the months of May, September, October, November and December.
  • Which is the hottest month in Malé?
    April has an average maximum temperature of 30°C and is the hottest month of the year.
  • Which is the coolest month in Malé?
    The coolest month is December with an average maximum temperature of 29°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Malé?
    May tops the wettest month list with 229 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Malé?
    February is the driest month with 47 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Malé?
    March is the sunniest month with an average of 281 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Malé

    Sat   Dec 14
    32°C | 27°C
    W 25 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain

    Sun   Dec 15
    32°C | 27°C
    W 14 km/h
    4.1 mm
    partly cloudy and rain

    partly cloudy and rain

    Mon   Dec 16
    31°C | 26°C
    S 7 km/h
    5.7 mm
    partly cloudy and rain

    partly cloudy and rain