AI-generatedMalé, Maldives at a glance
- Best time
- Jan – Apr
- Warmest month
- Apr · 29°
- Warmest sea
- Apr · 29.9°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,800 h
- Rain a year
- 1,690 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC+5
- Elevation
- 8 m
Climate in Malé, Maldives
Malé, Maldives has a tropical climate: it is warm all year round, and the seasons differ mainly in how much rain falls. April is the warmest month with average highs of 29 °C, while January is the coolest at 27 °C. With around 2,800 hours of sunshine a year, Malé, Maldives is sunny; February is the sunniest month with 9.3 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Good
Best time to visit: January – April
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 27°
- Midday, 13:00: about 28°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 28°
- Evening, 20:00: about 27°
- Night, 23:00: about 27°
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Warm enough for a T-shirt in the evening.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
What is the weather like in Malé, Maldives in October?
In October, Malé, Maldives is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 28.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 20 days, totalling 190 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Malé, Maldives.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 12 h 2 min05:51 – 17:53
- UV index
- 13 · extremeclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 31 daysdew point 18 °C or more
- Wind
- 24 km/haverage daily peak
- Cloud cover
- 71 %on average
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or more
- Time zone
- UTC+5Indian/Maldives
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %100 %
- Seaweight 25 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %73 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %0 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Insect repellent
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Sea temperature in Malé, Maldives
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 28.2 – 29.2 °C
Swimming season: All year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Malé, Maldives ranges from 28.2 °C in January to 29.9 °C in April. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
The sea temperature varies from year to year: in April, eight out of ten years were between 29.2 and 30.5 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 28.2° | 27.9° | 28.7° | warm |
| FebruaryFeb | 28.5° | 28.2° | 29.0° | warm |
| MarchMar | 29.3° | 28.9° | 29.7° | very warm |
| AprilApr | 29.9° | 29.2° | 30.5° | very warm |
| MayMay | 29.6° | 29.1° | 30.1° | very warm |
| JuneJun | 29.2° | 28.6° | 29.6° | very warm |
| JulyJul | 29.1° | 28.6° | 29.5° | very warm |
| AugustAug | 29.0° | 28.6° | 29.5° | very warm |
| SeptemberSep | 28.8° | 28.4° | 29.1° | warm |
| OctoberOct | 28.7° | 28.2° | 29.2° | warm |
| NovemberNov | 28.7° | 28.2° | 29.3° | warm |
| DecemberDec | 28.5° | 28.0° | 29.2° | warm |
Sunshine hours in Malé, Maldives
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 7.4 of 12.0 hours of daylight in Malé, Maldives, 62 % of the day.
Sunshine hours: measured at the weather station 3 km away, averages 1991–2020 (WMO climate normals). Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
UV index in Malé, Maldives
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 13 · extremeAvoid the midday sun; SPF 50+, covering clothes, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in September (UV 14).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 10 min
- Fair skin
- about 15 min
- Light brown skin
- about 20 min
- Olive skin
- about 25 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen it, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Rain in Malé, Maldives: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Malé, Maldives has about 20 rainy days with 190 mm of rain in total.
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 89 | 27° | 26° | 28.2° | 8.3 h | 10 | 99 |
| FebruaryFeb | 96 | 28° | 27° | 28.5° | 9.3 h | 7 | 36 |
| MarchMar | 93 | 28° | 27° | 29.3° | 9.3 h | 9 | 60 |
| AprilApr | 82 | 29° | 27° | 29.9° | 8.7 h | 16 | 110 |
| MayMay | 74 | 29° | 27° | 29.6° | 7.2 h | 23 | 215 |
| JuneJun | 75 | 28° | 27° | 29.2° | 7.0 h | 17 | 109 |
| JulyJul | 74 | 28° | 27° | 29.1° | 6.9 h | 18 | 135 |
| AugustAug | 78 | 28° | 27° | 29.0° | 7.4 h | 16 | 135 |
| SeptemberSep | 73 | 28° | 26° | 28.8° | 6.9 h | 19 | 181 |
| OctoberOct | 75 | 28° | 26° | 28.7° | 7.4 h | 20 | 190 |
| NovemberNov | 73 | 28° | 26° | 28.7° | 6.8 h | 21 | 217 |
| DecemberDec | 73 | 27° | 26° | 28.5° | 6.9 h | 18 | 204 |
Climate averages 1996–2025, not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0)
4.18° N, 73.51° E · 8 m · Indian/Maldives
Best time to visit Malé, Maldives
The best time to visit Malé, Maldives is from January to April. For a beach holiday with the sea above 21 °C, go from January to March. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from January to February. Rain is most frequent from April to December; the wettest month is November with 217 mm.
Malé, Maldives through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Malé, Maldives in the dry season
Jan – Mar
Excellent
- 27–28 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 9 h of sun a day
- 26 rainy days in all
Malé, Maldives in the rainy season
Apr – Dec
Good
- 27–29 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 7 h of sun a day
- 166 rainy days in all
Find your perfect month
Tell us what you like and we rate every month in Malé, Maldives for you.
Your best months: January – March
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jan – Mar
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Jan – Feb
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Apr – Dec
12 or more rainy days
Malé, Maldives month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
89January27° · Sea 28° · 8 h
In January, Malé, Maldives is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 28.2 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 99 mm in total. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, January is an excellent month for a holiday in Malé, Maldives.
Malé, Maldives in January96February28° · Sea 29° · 9 h
In February, Malé, Maldives is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 27 °C. The sea averages 28.5 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 9 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 36 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, February is an excellent month for a holiday in Malé, Maldives.
Malé, Maldives in February93March28° · Sea 29° · 9 h
In March, Malé, Maldives is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 27 °C. The sea averages 29.3 °C – almost as warm as a bath. With around 9 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 60 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, March is an excellent month for a holiday in Malé, Maldives.
Malé, Maldives in March82April29° · Sea 30° · 9 h
In April, Malé, Maldives is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 27 °C. The sea averages 29.9 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 9 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 16 days, totalling 110 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, April is an excellent month for a holiday in Malé, Maldives.
Malé, Maldives in April74May29° · Sea 30° · 7 h
In May, Malé, Maldives is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 27 °C. The sea averages 29.6 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 7 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 23 days, totalling 215 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Malé, Maldives.
Malé, Maldives in May75June28° · Sea 29° · 7 h
In June, Malé, Maldives is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 27 °C. The sea averages 29.2 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 7 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 17 days, totalling 109 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is a good month for a holiday in Malé, Maldives.
Malé, Maldives in June74July28° · Sea 29° · 7 h
In July, Malé, Maldives is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 27 °C. The sea averages 29.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 7 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 18 days, totalling 135 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in Malé, Maldives.
Malé, Maldives in July78August28° · Sea 29° · 7 h
In August, Malé, Maldives is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 27 °C. The sea averages 29.0 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 7 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 16 days, totalling 135 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in Malé, Maldives.
Malé, Maldives in August73September28° · Sea 29° · 7 h
In September, Malé, Maldives is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 28.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 19 days, totalling 181 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Malé, Maldives.
Malé, Maldives in September75October28° · Sea 29° · 7 h
In October, Malé, Maldives is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 28.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 20 days, totalling 190 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Malé, Maldives.
Malé, Maldives in October73November28° · Sea 29° · 7 h
In November, Malé, Maldives is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 28.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 21 days, totalling 217 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, November is a good month for a holiday in Malé, Maldives.
Malé, Maldives in November73December27° · Sea 29° · 7 h
In December, Malé, Maldives is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 28.5 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 18 days, totalling 204 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, December is a good month for a holiday in Malé, Maldives.
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Malé vs. Kochi
In October Malé has the better holiday weather (score 75 vs. 63). During the day it is about as warm in Kochi as in Malé. The sea is about equally warm. Kochi gets 3 fewer hours of sunshine a day.
| in October | Malé | Kochi |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday score | 75 | 63 |
| Daytime high | 28° | 28° |
| Sea | 29° | 29° |
| Sunshine | 7 h | 4 h |
| Rainy days | 20 | 27 |
| Best time | Jan – Apr | Dec – Feb |
Through the year
Planning a trip to Malé, Maldives
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 10 h 45 min
- Distance
- 8,540 km
- Time zone
- UTC+5
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Frequently asked questions about Malé, Maldives
When is the best time to visit Malé, Maldives?
The best time to visit Malé, Maldives is from January to April. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Malé, Maldives?
The sea temperature in Malé, Maldives ranges from 28.2 °C in January to 29.9 °C in April. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Malé, Maldives in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 28.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Malé, Maldives?
April is the warmest month, with average highs of 29 °C and nights around 27 °C. January is the coolest month at 27 °C.
When does it rain most in Malé, Maldives?
Rain is most frequent from April to December; the wettest month is November with 217 mm. The driest month is February with 36 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Malé, Maldives get?
Malé, Maldives gets around 2,800 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is February with 9.3 hours a day; in November there are 6.8 hours a day.
What time zone is Malé, Maldives in?
Malé, Maldives uses the time zone Indian/Maldives, at UTC+5 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Malé, Maldives?
A nonstop flight from London to Malé, Maldives takes about 10 h 45 min, for a straight-line distance of about 8,540 km.
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