Malé weather in August (Maldives)
Will it be rainy or sunny in Malé this August? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.
Temperatures
In August, Malé typically experiences high temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 29°C. At night, they generally drop to 27°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and certain days could be even hotter. Ensure you wear appropriate clothing to handle the warmth.
Precipitation
Malé in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 145 mm for the month. Typically, you can expect about 15 days of rain this month.Average sunshine
The city usually sees around 221 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm January and February typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, May tends to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Malé climate page with graphs.
Malé, monthly averages in August
Min Temperature
27°C
Max Temperature
29°C
Water Temperature
29°C
Chance of Rain
49%
Precipitation
145 mm
Rainy days
15 days
Humidity
80%
Sunshine
221 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Where to go in the Maldives in August
Find out more about the weather in the Maldives and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
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tolerable
unpleasant
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So, what should you wear in this month?
It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 29°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Interested in more climate information?
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