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Maldives Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Maldives in August.

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Hulhumale Dhidhdhoo Feridhoo Fehendhoo

Planning a journey to the Maldives this August and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in the Maldives in August

August in the Maldives generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) in Hulhumale. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.

For specific regional insights in the Maldives, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Fuvahmulah with an average of 127 mm (5 in) to heavy rainfall in Kelaa with 164 mm (6.5 in).

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Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Maldives - and find the best time to visit. (based on Hulhumale)

January29°C (84°F) February29°C (84°F) March30°C (86°F) April30°C (86°F) May30°C (86°F) June30°C (86°F) This monthJuly30°C (86°F) August29°C (84°F) September29°C (84°F) October29°C (84°F) November29°C (84°F) December29°C (84°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Maldives in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the Maldives.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in the Maldives

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in the Maldives?

Temperature range in the Maldives (August)

Precipitation variation in the Maldives (August)

Hulhumale

In August Hulhumale generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
151 mm (5.9 in)
153 mm (6 in)
193 mm (7.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
14 days
11 days
Weather conditions
good
very good
good
Climate in Hulhumale →

Dhidhdhoo

In August Dhidhdhoo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
177 mm (7 in)
160 mm (6.3 in)
182 mm (7.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
16 days
11 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
good
Climate in Dhidhdhoo →

Fehendhoo

In August Fehendhoo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
148 mm (5.8 in)
144 mm (5.7 in)
188 mm (7.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
15 days
11 days
Weather conditions
good
very good
good
Climate in Fehendhoo →

Feridhoo

In August Feridhoo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
224 hours
221 hours
205 hours
Monthly rainfall
138 mm (5.4 in)
144 mm (5.7 in)
194 mm (7.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
11 days
Weather conditions
good
very good
good
Climate in Feridhoo →

Finolhus

In August Finolhus generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
151 mm (5.9 in)
144 mm (5.7 in)
180 mm (7.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
15 days
11 days
Weather conditions
good
very good
very good
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Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Maldives in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Hulhumale 29°C (84°F) 27°C (81°F) 153 mm (6 in)
Dhidhdhoo 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 160 mm (6.3 in)
Feridhoo 29°C (84°F) 27°C (81°F) 144 mm (5.7 in)
Fehendhoo 29°C (84°F) 27°C (81°F) 144 mm (5.7 in)
Finolhus 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 144 mm (5.7 in)
Raa Atoll 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 146 mm (5.7 in)

The Maldives weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Maldives in August?

August in the Maldives brings very good weather. In Hulhumale, daytime temperatures are typically around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime lows hover near 27°C (81°F).

What is the average temperature in the Maldives in August?

Daytime temperatures in Hulhumale peak at roughly 29°C (84°F) in August, dropping to about 27°C (81°F) overnight.

Does the Maldives get a lot of rain in August?

Hulhumale typically receives notable rainfall in August, about 153 mm (6 in) on average across the Maldives.

Is August a Good Time to Visit the Maldives?

Given the typically very good weather conditions in Hulhumale, August might be a good time to visit the Maldives. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January and February offering mostly excellent weather in Hulhumale. In contrast, May tends to have less favorable weather conditions.

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