Maldives Maldives Weather in April — Climate Guide
April in Maldives is very good
Maldives Weather in April — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 31° / 26°
- Rainfall
- 150mm · 9 days
- Crowds
- Busy
As of 2026, Maldives in April averages a high of 31°C and low of 26°C with 150mm of rain over about 9 days. Dry-to-monsoon transition.
April is very good for Maldives.
Dry season ending + value starting + last great whale-shark month.
Travel score
Dry season ends · last great whale-shark window · value starting
April Weather at a Glance
Maldives in April averages 31°C/26°C with 130-150mm rainfall over 8-9 days, 9 hours of sunshine and 78% humidity. Transition month — afternoon squalls of 1-2 hours appear. UV 12 still extreme. Northeast trade winds clash with the incoming southwest monsoon, choppier sea conditions.
April Travel Advice
Pack a rain shell plus reef-safe SPF 50+. **The last reliable whale-shark window** — early/mid April is the move before late-April visibility drops. Easter (varies, Apr 5 in 2026) adds ~15% to hotels with the Western holiday crowd.
Flying In from Overseas
Spring-break shoulder + Asia mid-spring travel + Western Easter — Seoul/Tokyo/Singapore to MLE $900-1,500. Last week of April + first week of May add 1.5x as honeymoon and family bookings climb. Visa-free 30 days.
April Pricing Trends
Value period starting — 5-star overwater villas $1,300-3,000/night. Easter week adds ~15%.
Maldives April Weather Stats
Avg High
31°C
Avg Low
26°C
Rainy Days
9
150mm total
Sunshine
9h
Daily avg
Humidity
78%
high
UV Index
12
Extreme
Wind
15 km/h
Gusts 25
Sea Temp
29°C
perfect
Crowds
Busy
At attractions
April Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
10 μg/m³
PM10
20 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
33°C
Nighttime
27°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
15 km/h
Max gust 25 km/h
Activities Recommended for April
April Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Climate 31/26°C good
- Whale shark window closing
- Value period starting
Cons
- Rain 9 days/month
- Underwater visibility slightly dropping
April Events & Festivals
- Easter (varies)
- Last reliable whale-shark window
Maldives in April — Full Picture
Dry season ending + value starting + last great whale-shark month.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Dry-to-monsoon transition.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
Current31°C
26°C
9.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
30°C
26°C
11.7/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
30°C
26°C
11.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
30°C
25°C
5.7/mo
Maldives Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January (Best) | 30° | 25° | 6d·75mm | 9h | 76% | 11 | Very busy | Peak |
| February (Best) | 30° | 25° | 4d·50mm | 9h | 75% | 11 | Very busy | Peak |
| March (Best) | 31° | 26° | 6d·75mm | 10h | 77% | 12 | Busy | Peak |
| 31° | 26° | 9d·150mm | 9h | 78% | 12 | Busy | Shoulder | |
| 31° | 26° | 13d·220mm | 8h | 80% | 11 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 30° | 26° | 13d·175mm | 7h | 80% | 11 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 30° | 26° | 11d·150mm | 8h | 78% | 11 | Busy | Peak | |
| 30° | 26° | 11d·175mm | 8h | 78% | 11 | Busy | Peak | |
| 30° | 26° | 13d·200mm | 7h | 80% | 11 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 30° | 26° | 12d·200mm | 8h | 79% | 11 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| November (Best) | 30° | 26° | 9d·150mm | 8h | 78% | 11 | Busy | Shoulder |
| December (Best) | 30° | 25° | 7d·100mm | 9h | 77% | 11 | Very busy | Peak |
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Maldives April Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is April a good time to visit Maldives?
Maldives in April is very good. Tourist crowds are busy and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Maldives in April?
Maldives April averages a high of 31°C and a low of 26°C.
Does it rain much in Maldives in April?
Maldives April averages 150mm of rainfall over about 9 rainy days.
What should I wear in Maldives in April?
Dry-to-monsoon transition.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Maldives in April?
Maldives April sunrise is 06:00 and sunset is 18:20, with 12h 20min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Maldives in April?
Maldives April air quality (AQI) averages 30, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 10μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Maldives in April?
In April, Maldives is great for Diving, Snorkeling, Manta.
Is April peak season in Maldives?
Maldives April crowds are busy and prices are shoulder. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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Why you can trust weather guide
Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.