Maldives Maldives Weather in December — Climate Guide
December in Maldives is excellent
Maldives Weather in December — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 30° / 25°
- Rainfall
- 100mm · 7 days
- Crowds
- Very busy
As of 2026, Maldives in December averages a high of 30°C and low of 25°C with 100mm of rain over about 7 days. Dry tropical.
December is excellent for Maldives.
Dry season + canonical honeymoon window + year-end peak.
Travel score
Dry peak · Christmas · NYE · year's most expensive month
December Weather at a Glance
Maldives in December averages 30°C/25°C with 100-175mm rainfall over 7-9 days, 8-9 hours of sunshine and 77-79% humidity. Northeast trade winds stable — water glass-flat, underwater visibility 25-30 m. Whale-shark visibility excellent. UV 11.
December Travel Advice
Swimsuit + SPF 50+. **Christmas (Dec 25) + NYE (Dec 31) drive hotels 2-3x surge — book 1-3+ months ahead**. Resort NYE galas run $280-700/person with fireworks. Asia year-end vacationers peak.
Flying In from Overseas
Asia year-end + Western Christmas-NYE + canonical honeymoon window — Seoul/Tokyo/Singapore to MLE $1,800-2,500 (Dec 22-Jan 3). Early-mid December is the value window at $1,200-1,700. Visa-free 30 days.
December Pricing Trends
Year's most expensive month — 5-star overwater villas $2,500-5,500/night. Dec 22-Jan 3 runs 3x off-season rates. Conrad, Soneva and Anantara require 6+ months advance booking.
Maldives December Weather Stats
Avg High
30°C
Avg Low
25°C
Rainy Days
7
100mm total
Sunshine
9h
Daily avg
Humidity
77%
high
UV Index
11
Extreme
Wind
15 km/h
Gusts 25
Sea Temp
28°C
perfect
Crowds
Very busy
At attractions
December Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
8 μg/m³
PM10
18 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
33°C
Nighttime
26°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
15 km/h
Max gust 25 km/h
Activities Recommended for December
December Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Climate 30/25°C best
- Christmas + NYE galas
- Whale shark season
Cons
- Resorts 2-3x surge
- Most-expensive period
- 1-3+ months advance booking
December Events & Festivals
- Christmas Dec 25
- NYE Dec 31
- Whale shark season
Maldives in December — Full Picture
Dry season + canonical honeymoon window + year-end peak.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Dry tropical.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
31°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)
Current30°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 December Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is December a good time to visit Maldives?
Maldives in December is excellent. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Maldives in December?
Maldives December averages a high of 30°C and a low of 25°C.
Does it rain much in Maldives in December?
Maldives December averages 100mm of rainfall over about 7 rainy days.
What should I wear in Maldives in December?
Dry tropical.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Maldives in December?
Maldives December sunrise is 06:05 and sunset is 18:05, with 12h of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Maldives in December?
Maldives December air quality (AQI) averages 25, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 8μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Maldives in December?
In December, Maldives is great for Overwater villa, Diving, Snorkeling.
Is December peak season in Maldives?
Maldives December crowds are very 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.