Maldives Maldives Weather in August — Climate Guide
August in Maldives is moderate
Maldives Weather in August — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 30° / 26°
- Rainfall
- 175mm · 11 days
- Crowds
- Busy
As of 2026, Maldives in August averages a high of 30°C and low of 26°C with 175mm of rain over about 11 days. Monsoon.
August is moderate for Maldives.
Hanifaru manta peak + Asia summer break.
Travel score
Monsoon · Hanifaru manta peak · Asia summer-break tail
August Weather at a Glance
Maldives in August averages 30°C/26°C with 175mm rainfall over 14 days (the year's wettest), 8 hours of sunshine and 80% humidity. Monsoon peak — afternoon squalls and overnight downpours common. Underwater visibility 10-15 m. UV 11.
August Travel Advice
Rain jacket, umbrella, drybag mandatory. **Hanifaru manta peak August** — highest success rate of the year. Aug 16 onward is the value tail of summer. **Bioluminescent plankton** at best.
Flying In from Overseas
Asia summer-break tail + Independence holidays (Korea Aug 15) — Seoul/Tokyo to MLE $1,200-1,800. After Aug 20 is value at $900-1,400. Visa-free 30 days.
August Pricing Trends
Peak tail — 5-star overwater villas $1,400-3,000/night. After Aug 20 is the value sweet spot.
Maldives August Weather Stats
Avg High
30°C
Avg Low
26°C
Rainy Days
11
175mm total
Sunshine
8h
Daily avg
Humidity
78%
high
UV Index
11
Extreme
Wind
18 km/h
Gusts 30
Sea Temp
29°C
perfect
Crowds
Busy
At attractions
August 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
18 km/h
Max gust 30 km/h
Activities Recommended for August
August Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Hanifaru manta peak
- Asia summer break
Cons
- Resorts surge
- Rain 11-14 days/month
August Events & Festivals
- Asia summer-break tail
- Manta peak continues
- Hanifaru Bay best month
Maldives in August — Full Picture
Hanifaru manta peak + Asia summer break.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Monsoon.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
31°C
26°C
9.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
Current30°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 August Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is August a good time to visit Maldives?
Maldives in August is moderate. Tourist crowds are busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Maldives in August?
Maldives August averages a high of 30°C and a low of 26°C.
Does it rain much in Maldives in August?
Maldives August averages 175mm of rainfall over about 11 rainy days.
What should I wear in Maldives in August?
Monsoon.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Maldives in August?
Maldives August sunrise is 06:00 and sunset is 18:25, with 12h 25min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Maldives in August?
Maldives August air quality (AQI) averages 30, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 10μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Maldives in August?
In August, Maldives is great for Diving, Hanifaru Bay manta, Sandbank picnic.
Is August peak season in Maldives?
Maldives August crowds are busy and prices are peak. 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.