Maldives
Maldives Travel Guide
Overwater villas, turquoise lagoons, and reef snorkelling-how to pick an island and plan transfers.
Maldives
Maldives Travel Guide
Live weather
Malé
28°C
Overcast
Humidity 83%Wind 20 km/h
Typical climate
Tropical year-round. Dry season brings calmer water and better diving; wet season has afternoon showers but warm temperatures and lower rates.
Map
Malé
Best time to visit
- Nov–Apr: dry northeast monsoon-calm seas, best visibility.
- Dec–Jan: peak season-book resorts months ahead.
- May–Oct: wetter southwest monsoon -deals and fewer crowds.
Temperature ranges
Dry season
26–31°C
Ideal for water sports.
Wet season
25–30°C
Brief rain bursts.
Water temp
27–29°C
Snorkel without wetsuit.
Clothing suggestions
- Swimwear, cover-ups, and reef-safe sunscreen.
- Light cotton for island dinners (resort casual).
- Sandals or flip-flops-barefoot culture on sand.
- Thin rain jacket for wet-season transfers.
Packing essentials
- Snorkel mask (resorts lend, but own fit is better).
- Waterproof phone pouch.
- US dollars for tips and extras (Maldivian rufiyaa locally).
- Motion-sickness tabs for seaplane or speedboat.
Top attractions
- Overwater villa stay and private deck swimming.
- House reef snorkelling with turtles and rays.
- Sunset dolphin cruise.
- Sandbank picnic and bioluminescent beach (seasonal).
- Male city tour on long layover (optional).