Average Monthly Sunshine in Malé

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Malé receives direct sunlight. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Across the seasons, sunshine hours in Malé vary. From a high of 281 hours in March, to a low of 202 hours in June, the city offers a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days. The total annual sunshine amounts to 2770 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means you can enjoy 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 / rainier time of the year.

Malé’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Malé enjoys an average of 2770 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Lisbon, Portugal, there are approximately 2801 hours of sunshine annually, highlighting its warm and sunny Mediterranean climate.

In Chicago, USA, the annual sunshine averages 2520 hours, contributing to its humid continental climate.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average sunshine is 1780 hours, with cloudier weather in summer.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual sunshine averages 2999 hours, making it one of Australia’s sunniest cities.

Other climate information

May, Malé’s wettest month, receives 118 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 29°C.

For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Malé Precipitation page.