Maldives · December
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Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MAXMAX | 31° | 32° | 32° | 32° | 32° | 32° | 31° | 31° | 31° | 31° | 31° | 31° |
MINMIN | 27° | 27° | 28° | 28° | 28° | 28° | 28° | 27° | 27° | 27° | 27° | 27° |
☀️Sunshine | 9h | 9h | 9h | 9h | 7h | 9h | 8h | 8h | 8h | 7h | 7h | 8h |
🌊Water Temp | 29° | 29° | 30° | 31° | 30° | 30° | 30° | 30° | 30° | 29° | 29° | 29° |
🌧Rain Days | 3d59mm | 2d18mm | 4d47mm | 5d93mm | 11d170mm | 7d77mm | 8d107mm | 8d143mm | 8d117mm | 10d145mm | 10d144mm | 8d136mm |
Best travel time current monthMonthly averages 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Still off-season — flights and hotels significantly cheaper than in January.
December is an acceptable travel month for Maldives — conditions are fine, though January, February, March, April, June, July, and September offer even better weather.
Daytime highs reach 31°C with a daily average of 28°C — nights stay warm at 27°C. The sun shines an average of 7 hours per day; there are 8 rain days with 136 mm total. The water is a warm 29°C — perfect for snorkelling and swimming.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed at this time of year without the heat.
Trockenzeit — das Malediven-Bild, für das alle kommen: Sichtweiten von 30 Metern beim Schnorcheln, türkisfarbene Lagunen ohne Wellengang, Sternenhimmel ohne Wolken. Hochsaison, Preise dementsprechend.
Packing list for Maldives in December
- Leichte Sommersachen
- Badezeug und Strandtuch
- Sonnencreme LSF 50
- Sonnenbrille
- Sonnenhut
- Leichter Regenschirm oder Regenponcho
- Insektenschutzmittel
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is December a good time to visit Maldives?
- December is not an optimal month for Maldives (Score: 66/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider January, February, March, April, June, July, and September.
- How warm is it in Maldives in December?
- In December, Maldives sees daily highs of 31°C. Nights cool to 27°C, with a daily average of 28°C.
- How much rain falls in Maldives in December?
- In December, Maldives receives an average of 136 mm of rain over 8 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Maldives get in December?
- Maldives averages 7 sunshine hours per day in December — close to the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Maldives in December?
- Water temperature in Maldives in December averages 29°C — ideal for swimming and snorkelling.
