Planning a trip to the Maldives this December? Here's what you need to know about the weather:
December in the Maldives generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.
For a closer look at conditions across the Maldives, refer to the map below.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Maldives — and find the best time to visit. (based on Hulhumale)
Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the Maldives.
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).
What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in the Maldives?
In December Hulhumale generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Weather conditionsScoreIn December 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 pleasant that month.
Max temperatureMaxMin temperatureMinMonthly rainfallRainMonthly rainy daysRainyWeather conditionsScoreIn December Fehendhoo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
Max temperatureMaxMin temperatureMinMonthly rainfallRainMonthly rainy daysRainyWeather conditionsScoreIn December Feridhoo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Monthly sun hoursSunMonthly rainfallRainMonthly rainy daysRainyWeather conditionsScoreIn December Finolhus generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
Max temperatureMaxMin temperatureMinMonthly rainfallRainMonthly rainy daysRainyWeather conditionsScoreIs your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Maldives.
Notable December records observed across cities in the Maldives in our climate database (1992 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.
Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Maldives in December.
| City | Weather | Day temp | Night temp | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hulhumale |
|
29°C (84°F) | 26°C (79°F) | 217 mm (8.5 in) |
| Dhidhdhoo |
|
29°C (84°F) | 26°C (79°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) |
| Feridhoo |
|
29°C (84°F) | 26°C (79°F) | 202 mm (8 in) |
| Fehendhoo |
|
29°C (84°F) | 26°C (79°F) | 198 mm (7.8 in) |
| Finolhus |
|
29°C (84°F) | 26°C (79°F) | 194 mm (7.6 in) |
| Raa Atoll |
|
29°C (84°F) | 26°C (79°F) | 174 mm (6.9 in) |
the Maldives typically experiences unpleasant weather in December, part of the season. Daytime highs in Hulhumale average around 29°C (84°F), and temperatures drop to about 26°C (79°F) at night.
Daytime temperatures in Hulhumale peak at roughly 29°C (84°F) in December, dropping to about 26°C (79°F) overnight.
Yes. December brings heavy rainfall to the Maldives, with Hulhumale averaging around 217 mm (8.5 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.
Drill down to December weather for any region in the Maldives.
Pick a city to see its December weather averages.
We have much more information about the climate in the Maldives.
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