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Maldives Weather in May

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

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Considering a trip to the Maldives this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in the Maldives in May

May in the Maldives generally has very warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) in Hulhumale. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Addu Atoll with an average of 186 mm (7.3 in) to heavy rainfall in Dhiffushi with 248 mm (9.8 in). Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month sees the heaviest rainfall of the year in Hulhumale.

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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 May

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 May for some of the most popular destinations in the Maldives?

Temperature range in the Maldives (May)

Precipitation variation in the Maldives (May)

Hulhumale

In May Hulhumale generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly rainfall
128 mm (5 in)
240 mm (9.4 in)
140 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
tolerable
Climate in Hulhumale →

Dhidhdhoo

In May Dhidhdhoo generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
220 mm (8.7 in)
201 mm (7.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
9 days
18 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Dhidhdhoo →

Fehendhoo

In May Fehendhoo generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly rainfall
106 mm (4.2 in)
232 mm (9.1 in)
145 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
tolerable
Climate in Fehendhoo →

Feridhoo

In May Feridhoo generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
251 hours
223 hours
202 hours
Monthly rainfall
117 mm (4.6 in)
229 mm (9 in)
131 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
tolerable
Climate in Feridhoo →

Finolhus

In May Finolhus generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly rainfall
101 mm (4 in)
232 mm (9.1 in)
155 mm (6.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
17 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
tolerable
Climate in Finolhus →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Hulhumale 30°C (86°F) 27°C (81°F) 240 mm (9.4 in)
Dhidhdhoo 30°C (86°F) 27°C (81°F) 220 mm (8.7 in)
Feridhoo 30°C (86°F) 27°C (81°F) 229 mm (9 in)
Fehendhoo 30°C (86°F) 27°C (81°F) 232 mm (9.1 in)
Finolhus 30°C (86°F) 27°C (81°F) 232 mm (9.1 in)
Raa Atoll 30°C (86°F) 27°C (81°F) 227 mm (8.9 in)

The Maldives weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Maldives in May?

May in the Maldives brings poor weather. In Hulhumale, daytime temperatures are typically around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime lows hover near 27°C (81°F).

What is the average temperature in the Maldives in May?

Daytime temperatures in Hulhumale peak at roughly 30°C (86°F) in May, dropping to about 27°C (81°F) overnight.

Does the Maldives get a lot of rain in May?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Hulhumale records an average of 240 mm (9.4 in) in May, putting it among the wetter months for the Maldives.

Is May a Good Time to Visit the Maldives?

In our view, May might not be the best time to travel to the Maldives with often poor weather in Hulhumale.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January and February offering mostly perfect weather in Hulhumale. The weather in May, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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