Best Time to Visit Male
Best time to visit Male: February. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Male
Go in February. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: May, October and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Male month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 82° | 80° | 8,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 83° | 80° | 2,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 84° | 81° | 4,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 85° | 82° | 5,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 85° | 81° | 10,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| June | 85° | 82° | 3,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 85° | 81° | 4,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 84° | 80° | 6,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 83° | 80° | 8,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 84° | 80° | 9,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| November | 83° | 80° | 11,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 83° | 80° | 10,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Tropical. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Male compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Male.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maldives Atolls | 70 mi | 83°F | about the same | 82 in |
Best time to visit each airport in Male
1 airports mapped in this atlas
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 6 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Insect repellent and quick-dry fabrics for humidity
- If your dates are flexible, avoid May, October and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Male is a city in Maldives. Male is known for Atoll capital and resort transfer hub. It has a population of about 215.000.
Right now it is 82°F (28°C) in Male with partly cloudy. It feels like 88°F. Today runs from 82°F to 84°F. Chance of precipitation is 6%. Sightseeing conditions score 9/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Male is February. The climate is tropical. May, October and December tend to be the least comfortable months. April is the warmest month with average highs near 85°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 80°F.
The closest major airport is Velana International Airport (MLE), about 2 mi away. Nearby highlights include Maldives Atolls.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 84°F is in line with the 84°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 8 AM to 11 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. family time is the strongest bet in Male today at 9.3/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Male right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 10:22 AM, Aug 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 84° / 82°
Overcast · 6% rain · wind 13 mph
🌦️ 82° / 79°
Drizzle · 73% rain · wind 12 mph
Things to do in Male
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Male.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Male?
Male is a city in Maldives. Its coordinates are 4.1755, 73.5093. It lies in Asia.
What is the weather like in Male right now?
It is currently 82°F (28°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 75% and wind is 10 mph.
When is the best time to visit Male?
February offer the most comfortable conditions in Male, which has a tropical climate. May, October and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Male in?
Male observes Indian/Maldives (UTC+05:00). The local time is 10:22 AM.
How many people live in Male?
Male has a population of approximately 215.000.
What is the nearest airport to Male?
The closest airports are Velana International Airport (MLE), 2 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Male?
Popular options include Maldives Atolls.
What places are in Male?
Male covers 1 places in this atlas, including Velana International Airport.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 23, 2026 at 10:22 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
