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October in Mandhoo averages 29°C (84°F) during the day and 26°C (79°F) at night. October is part of the rainy season, with around 207 mm (8.1 in) of rainfall and frequent showers.
For Mandhoo itself, January and February generally stand out with the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.
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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.
According to our 19 years of weather records for Mandhoo, the following extremes were recorded between 2006 and 2025.
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 October →
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).
Warm temperatures in October make for comfortable sightseeing weather. Pack breathable fabrics like cotton shirts, knee-length shorts or skirts, and comfortable walking shoes. A thin long sleeve for indoor spaces is handy. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything! You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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Where to go in October - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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