Maldives Maldives Weather in February — Climate Guide
February in Maldives is excellent
Maldives Weather in February — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 30° / 25°
- Rainfall
- 50mm · 4 days
- Crowds
- Very busy
As of 2026, Maldives in February averages a high of 30°C and low of 25°C with 50mm of rain over about 4 days. Dry tropical.
February is excellent for Maldives.
Lowest rainfall of the year — peak dry-season honeymoon window.
Travel score
Lowest rainfall of the year · Valentine's · Ramadan begins
February Weather at a Glance
Maldives in February averages 30°C/25°C with the year's lowest rainfall (50mm over 4 days) and the year's most sunshine (9-10 hours). Trade winds peak, water is glass-flat and underwater visibility runs 30-40 m. UV 11+ season is fully underway.
February Travel Advice
Valentine's Feb 14 + Lunar New Year Feb 17 + Ramadan start Feb 17 all overlap in 2026. Valentine's honeymoon packages add ~20% to hotel rates and sell out a week ahead. Ramadan (Feb 17-Mar 19) does not affect resorts, but Malé and local-island restaurants may shorten daytime hours — pack takeaway. **Hanifaru manta season is NOT active** — June-November only.
February Pricing Trends
Peak season — 5-star overwater villas $1,800-3,800/night. Valentine's Feb 14 adds ~20% to hotel rates for the week.
Maldives February Weather Stats
Avg High
30°C
Avg Low
25°C
Rainy Days
4
50mm total
Sunshine
9h
Daily avg
Humidity
75%
high
UV Index
11
Extreme
Wind
15 km/h
Gusts 25
Sea Temp
28°C
perfect
Crowds
Very busy
At attractions
February 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 February
February Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Climate 30/25°C best
- Sunny 95%
- Whale-shark visibility peak
Cons
- Resorts at peak
- Ramadan affects some local restaurants
February Events & Festivals
- Chinese New Year peak Feb 17
- Lunar New Year
- Valentine's Day Feb 14
- Ramadan starts Feb 17 (2026)
Maldives in February — Full Picture
Lowest rainfall of the year — peak dry-season honeymoon window.
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 February Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is February a good time to visit Maldives?
Maldives in February is excellent. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Maldives in February?
Maldives February averages a high of 30°C and a low of 25°C.
Does it rain much in Maldives in February?
Maldives February averages 50mm of rainfall over about 4 rainy days.
What should I wear in Maldives in February?
Dry tropical.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Maldives in February?
Maldives February sunrise is 06:15 and sunset is 18:20, with 12h of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Maldives in February?
Maldives February air quality (AQI) averages 25, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 8μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Maldives in February?
In February, Maldives is great for Overwater villa, Diving, Snorkeling.
Is February peak season in Maldives?
Maldives February 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.