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Best Time to Visit Maldives

Asia · Month-by-month weather, crowds & prices

WeatherSunny & tropical
Temperature27–32°C
CrowdsHigh
PricesExpensive

Month by month

When to go

Best Good Avoid
JanBest
FebBest
MarBest
AprGood
MayGood
JunAvoid
JulAvoid
AugAvoid
SepAvoid
OctAvoid
NovGood
DecBest

Best months

JanuaryFebruaryMarchDecember

Peak conditions — ideal weather, manageable crowds, and the best overall experience.

Also good

AprilMayNovember

Decent conditions with some trade-offs — good shoulder-season value.

Months to avoid

JuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctober

Unfavourable weather, extreme crowds, or peak prices — plan around these if possible.

Expert tip

December–March: crystal-clear lagoons, minimal rain and perfect diving visibility.

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