The Maldives weather in May
Thinking about venturing to the Maldives this May and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:
What is the weather like in the Maldives in May?
May in the Maldives generally has very warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.
You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C and nighttime temperatures around 27°C 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.
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Addu Atoll with an average of 186 mm to heavy rainfall in Dhiffushi with 248 mm. Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month sees the heaviest rainfall of the year in Hulhumale.
For a closer look at May'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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Popular destinations in the Maldives
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Average weather in Hulhumale
In May Hulhumale generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Dhidhdhoo
In May Dhidhdhoo generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Fuvahmulah
In May Fuvahmulah generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Average weather in Malé
In May Malé generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is May the best 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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