Maldives · January
Best travel monthTravel seasonMaldives · Asia
Max Temp
30.7°C
Min Temp
26.7°C
Sunshine
8.5 h/day
Rain Days
3 days
Water Temp
28.3°C
Rainfall
58.5 mm
Humidity
76%
Avg Temp
28.5°C
Travel season — mid-range prices, good availability.
January is among the best months in Maldives: only 3 rain days, 31°C highs, and good sunshine make for ideal holiday conditions.
Daytime highs reach 31°C with a daily average of 29°C — nights stay warm at 27°C. The sun shines an average of 9 hours per day; there are 3 rain days with 59 mm total. The water is a warm 28°C — perfect for snorkelling and swimming.
Pack light summer clothing, sunscreen, and swimwear — beach and water conditions in January are ideal.
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 January
- Leichte Sommersachen
- Badezeug und Strandtuch
- Sonnencreme LSF 50
- Sonnenbrille
- Sonnenhut
- Kleiner Regenschirm (vereinzelte Schauer möglich)
- Insektenschutzmittel
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is January a good time to visit Maldives?
- Yes — January is one of the best months to visit Maldives (Climate Score: 86/100). Pleasant temperatures (31°C), good sunshine (9 h/day), and few rain days (3) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Maldives in January?
- In January, Maldives sees daily highs of 31°C. Nights cool to 27°C, with a daily average of 29°C.
- How much rain falls in Maldives in January?
- In January, Maldives receives an average of 59 mm of rain over 3 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Maldives get in January?
- Maldives averages 9 sunshine hours per day in January — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Maldives in January?
- Water temperature in Maldives in January averages 28°C — ideal for swimming and snorkelling.
