Gaafu Atoll Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Gaafu Atoll, the Maldives in January.

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Gaafu Alifu Atoll Thinadhoo

Planning a journey to Gaafu Atoll, the Maldives this January and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Gaafu Atoll in January

Gaafu Atoll, the Maldives is a region in the Maldives. January in Gaafu Atoll generally has warm temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) in Gaafu Alifu Atoll.

For a closer look at conditions across Gaafu Atoll, the Maldives, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Thinadhoo with an average of 131 mm (5.2 in) to high rainfall in Gaafu Alifu Atoll with 136 mm (5.4 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Gaafu Atoll in January

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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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 Gaafu Atoll

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Gaafu Atoll, the Maldives?

Temperature range in Gaafu Atoll (January)

Precipitation variation in Gaafu Atoll (January)

Gaafu Alifu Atoll

In January Gaafu Alifu Atoll generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly rainfall
203 mm (8 in)
136 mm (5.4 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
8 days
6 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Gaafu Alifu Atoll →

Thinadhoo

In January Thinadhoo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly rainfall
199 mm (7.8 in)
131 mm (5.2 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
8 days
7 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Thinadhoo →

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Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Gaafu Atoll in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Gaafu Alifu Atoll 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 136 mm (5.4 in)
Thinadhoo 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 131 mm (5.2 in)

Gaafu Atoll weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Gaafu Atoll, the Maldives in January?

In January, Gaafu Atoll, the Maldives generally has pleasant weather conditions. Gaafu Alifu Atoll sees daytime temperatures near 29°C (84°F), with nights cooling to roughly 26°C (79°F).

What is the average temperature in Gaafu Atoll, the Maldives in January?

In Gaafu Alifu Atoll, the average daytime high in January is 29°C (84°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 26°C (79°F).

Does Gaafu Atoll, the Maldives get a lot of rain in January?

Yes, January tends to be a wetter month in Gaafu Atoll, the Maldives. Average rainfall in Gaafu Alifu Atoll sits around 136 mm (5.4 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Gaafu Atoll, the Maldives?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Gaafu Alifu Atoll, January might be a good time to visit Gaafu Atoll, the Maldives. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, February provides perfect weather in Gaafu Alifu Atoll. On the other hand, the month of May tends to have poor weather conditions.

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