The short answer
When to go to North Malé Atoll
January to March are the best months: they are the driest, and February averages under 40 mm of rain at the airport station. April is the hottest and showers begin; May to December is wetter, with October and November among the wettest, though the weather can still be fine for hours at a time. Temperatures barely change, with highs near 31°C all year, so rainfall and sea conditions decide your plans. For older travellers, humidity is the real issue in every month: plan reef time for the morning and rest at midday.
Month by month
North Malé Atoll weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°C | 26°C | 87 mm | Drier, humid heat; a good month for walking | |
| February | 31°C | 26°C | 38 mm | The driest month | |
| March | 32°C | 27°C | 49 mm | Dry and getting hotter; start early | |
| April | 32°C | 27°C | 127 mm | The hottest month; showers begin | |
| May | 32°C | 27°C | 238 mm | Among the wettest months; allow spare time | |
| June | 31°C | 26°C | 146 mm | Showers likely; allow spare time | |
| July | 31°C | 26°C | 198 mm | Wet month; carry an umbrella | |
| August | 31°C | 26°C | 193 mm | Wet month; plan indoor stops | |
| September | 31°C | 26°C | 214 mm | Rainy, but temperatures ease slightly | |
| October | 31°C | 26°C | 245 mm | The wettest month by rainfall | |
| November | 30°C | 26°C | 236 mm | Still wet; plan indoor stops | |
| December | 30°C | 26°C | 212 mm | Rain still common, with slightly cooler days |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
North Malé Atoll seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: January, February and March
- January: Drier, humid heat; a good month for walking
- February: The driest month
- March: Dry and getting hotter; start early
Good, with small trade-offs: April and December
- April: The hottest month; showers begin
- December: Rain still common, with slightly cooler days
Possible, with planning: May, June, July, August, September, October and November
- May: Among the wettest months; allow spare time
- June: Showers likely; allow spare time
- July: Wet month; carry an umbrella
- August: Wet month; plan indoor stops
- September: Rainy, but temperatures ease slightly
- October: The wettest month by rainfall
- November: Still wet; plan indoor stops
Useful answers
Best time to visit North Malé Atoll: FAQs
What is the best month to visit North Malé Atoll?
January, February and March are the best months to visit North Malé Atoll, with April and December also good. January to March are the best months: they are the driest, and February averages under 40 mm of rain at the airport station. April is the hottest and showers begin; May to December is wetter, with October and November among the wettest, though the weather can still be fine for hours at a time. Temperatures barely change, with highs near 31°C all year, so rainfall and sea conditions decide your plans. For older travellers, humidity is the real issue in every month: plan reef time for the morning and rest at midday.
When does it rain most in North Malé Atoll?
October is the wettest month, with about 245 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is April, with average highs around 32°C.