The Maldives weather in December
Are you planning a trip to the Maldives in December and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in the Maldives in December?
December in the Maldives generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.
You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C and nighttime temperatures around 26°C in Hulhumale.
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Vashafaru with an average of 124 mm to heavy rainfall in Gan with 229 mm.
To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of the Maldives in December, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our the Maldives climate page.
Where to go in the Maldives in December
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Popular destinations in the Maldives
What is the weather like in December for the 4 most popular destinations in the Maldives?
Average weather in Hulhumale
In December Hulhumale generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Average weather in Dhidhdhoo
In December Dhidhdhoo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Fuvahmulah
In December Fuvahmulah generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Malé
In December Malé generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Is December the best time to visit the Maldives?
Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Hulhumale, December may not be the ideal time to visit the Maldives.
On average, the best time to visit the Maldives is in January and February with generally perfect weather in Hulhumale. On the other hand, the weather in May tends to be poor.
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