Weather in January in The Maldives
Considering a trip to the Maldives this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in the Maldives in January?
January in the Maldives generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.
Temperatures
You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C and nighttime temperatures around 26°C in Hulhumale.
Precipitation
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Vashafaru with an average of 41 mm to heavy rainfall in Addu Atoll with 176 mm.For a closer look at January's conditions in the Maldives, see the map below. For a more detailed look at the Maldives's yearly weather, check out our the Maldives climate page.
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What is the weather like in January for the 4 most popular destinations in the Maldives?
Hulhumale
In January Hulhumale generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Dhidhdhoo
In January Dhidhdhoo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Fuvahmulah
In January Fuvahmulah 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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Malé
In January Malé generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Is January the best time to visit the Maldives?
We consider January to be one of the best times to travel to the Maldives. Typically, the climate in Hulhumale is perfect. 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 perfect weather in Hulhumale. In contrast, May tends to have poor weather conditions.
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