Kaafu Atoll

Kaafu Atoll Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Kaafu Atoll, the Maldives in December.

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Hulhumale Reethi Rah Maafushi Guraidhoo

Considering a trip to Kaafu Atoll, the Maldives this December and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Kaafu Atoll in December

Kaafu Atoll, the Maldives is a region in the Maldives. December in Kaafu Atoll generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

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

To explore the conditions in Kaafu Atoll, the Maldives in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Reethi Rah with an average of 211 mm (8.3 in) to heavy rainfall in Dhiffushi with 219 mm (8.6 in).

Explore Kaafu Atoll by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Kaafu Atoll - and find the best time to visit. (based on Hulhumale)

January29°C (84°F) February29°C (84°F) March30°C (86°F) April30°C (86°F) May30°C (86°F) June30°C (86°F) This monthJuly30°C (86°F) August29°C (84°F) September29°C (84°F) October29°C (84°F) November29°C (84°F) December29°C (84°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Kaafu Atoll in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Kaafu Atoll.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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).

Popular Destinations in Kaafu Atoll

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

Temperature range in Kaafu Atoll (December)

Precipitation variation in Kaafu Atoll (December)

Reethi Rah

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

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
231 mm (9.1 in)
211 mm (8.3 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
9 days
5 days
Weather conditions
mixed
mixed
excellent
Climate in Reethi Rah →

Hulhumale

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

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
232 mm (9.1 in)
217 mm (8.5 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
9 days
5 days
Weather conditions
mixed
mixed
excellent
Climate in Hulhumale →

Maafushi

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

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
235 mm (9.3 in)
218 mm (8.6 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
9 days
5 days
Weather conditions
mixed
mixed
excellent
Climate in Maafushi →

Guraidhoo

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

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
215 hours
212 hours
248 hours
Monthly rainfall
235 mm (9.3 in)
218 mm (8.6 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
9 days
5 days
Weather conditions
mixed
mixed
excellent
Climate in Guraidhoo →

Thulusdhoo

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

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
234 mm (9.2 in)
218 mm (8.6 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
9 days
5 days
Weather conditions
mixed
mixed
excellent
Climate in Thulusdhoo →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Kaafu Atoll, in the Maldives.

In our records: the Maldives December extremes

Notable December records observed across cities in the Maldives in our climate database (1992 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest December day in the Maldives reached 38°C (100°F) in Hulhumale on December 30, 2000.

Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Kaafu Atoll in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Hulhumale 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 217 mm (8.5 in)
Reethi Rah 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 211 mm (8.3 in)
Maafushi 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 218 mm (8.6 in)
Guraidhoo 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 218 mm (8.6 in)
Thulusdhoo 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 218 mm (8.6 in)
Huraa 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 217 mm (8.5 in)

Kaafu Atoll weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Kaafu Atoll, the Maldives in December?

December in Kaafu Atoll, the Maldives brings mixed weather. In Reethi Rah, daytime temperatures are typically around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime lows hover near 26°C (79°F).

What is the average temperature in Kaafu Atoll, the Maldives in December?

Reethi Rah averages a daytime maximum of 29°C (84°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 26°C (79°F).

Does Kaafu Atoll, the Maldives get a lot of rain in December?

Yes. December brings heavy rainfall to Kaafu Atoll, the Maldives, with Reethi Rah averaging around 211 mm (8.3 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Kaafu Atoll, the Maldives?

In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to Kaafu Atoll, the Maldives with often mixed weather in Reethi Rah.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January and February offering mostly excellent weather in Reethi Rah. The weather in May, on the other hand, tends to be less favorable.

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