Climate ▸Forecast ▸December ▸January ▸
JanuaryFebruaryMarchAprilMayJuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovemberDecember

Mandhoo Weather in December

December in Mandhoo brings high temperatures around 29°C (84°F) during the day, dropping to 26°C (79°F) at night, and as part of the rainy season, heavy rainfall is common.

Rainfall in Mandhoo in December

As part of the rainy season, Mandhoo sees around 10 days of rain in December, with an average of 203 mm (8 in). Rain during the rainy season here tends to be intense rather than just persistent drizzle. Expect significant downpours, often in the late afternoon.

Temperature in Mandhoo in December

December in Mandhoo brings typical temperatures with highs around 29°C (84°F) and lows of 26°C (79°F). Overall, the month follows a fairly predictable daily temperature pattern. Nights stay warm at around 26°C (79°F), so light bedding and good ventilation are worth thinking about.

Sunshine in Mandhoo in December

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 212 hours of sunshine. Rain is often only seen in the afternoon or evening, leaving clear skies for most of the day. This results in rainy months that still feel bright and are suitable for travel.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm, January and February typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

Select a Month

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit the Maldives, check out our Mandhoo's climate page.

Mandhoo Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C (79°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C (84°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 32%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 203 mm (8 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 80% *  
SunshineSunshine 212 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Malé, the Maldives (36 KM, 22 Miles).

Historical weather for Mandhoo in December

Browse day-by-day weather records for Mandhoo spanning 21 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Mandhoo historical weather extremes in December

Based on weather observations in Mandhoo between 2006 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during December.

  • The hottest December day on record in Mandhoo reached 29°C (84°F) (December 18, 2023).
  • The lowest daytime temperature in December was 26°C (79°F), recorded on December 31, 2010.
  • Mandhoo registered its coldest December night on December 23, 2010, with temperatures dropping to 25°C (77°F).
  • The wettest day in December Mandhoo was on December 21, 2020 with 92 mm (3.6 in) of precipitation.

Best Places in the Maldives in December

Find out more about the weather in the Maldives and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of the Maldives in December →

Map not visible? Whoops sorry! Please refresh the page.
Legend 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).

What to Wear in Mandhoo in December

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in December. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Mandhoo in December

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
8/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Select a Month

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit the Maldives, check out our Mandhoo's climate page.

More climate data for Mandhoo