Maldives Weather Forecast
Maldives weather: 82°F, partly cloudy. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
UV index in Maldives
Full protection required. Avoid direct sun between 10am and 4pm. Burn times are approximate, for unprotected skin at peak UV.
Health and safety today
| Skin and UV | No protection needed for most skin types. |
|---|---|
| Heat stress | The heat index is 88°F, higher than the air temperature because humidity is 77%. Sweat evaporates slowly, so drink before you feel thirsty and take shade breaks. |
| Pets | Pavement can be 20°C hotter than the air. Walk dogs early or late, never leave animals in cars, and carry water. |
| Older adults | Heat builds up slowly indoors. Check on anyone over 65 living alone and keep rooms ventilated. |
| Children | Small bodies overheat faster than adults. Shade, hats and frequent drinks; skip midday sport. |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Maldives?
Maldives is a country in Asia. Its coordinates are 4.1755, 73.5093. It lies in Asia.
What is the weather like in Maldives right now?
It is currently 82°F (28°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 77% and wind is 14 mph.
When is the best time to visit Maldives?
February offer the most comfortable conditions in Maldives, which has a tropical climate. May, October and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Maldives in?
Maldives observes Indian/Maldives (UTC+05:00). The local time is 6:25 AM.
How many people live in Maldives?
Maldives has a population of approximately 520.000.
What is the nearest airport to Maldives?
The closest airports are Velana International Airport (MLE), 2 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Maldives?
Popular options include Maldives Atolls.
What places are in Maldives?
Maldives covers 2 places in this atlas, including Maldives Atolls and Male.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - 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 25, 2026 at 6:25 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
