Maldives Maldives Weather in November — Climate Guide
November in Maldives is excellent
Maldives Weather in November — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 30° / 26°
- Rainfall
- 150mm · 9 days
- Crowds
- Busy
As of 2026, Maldives in November averages a high of 30°C and low of 26°C with 150mm of rain over about 9 days. Dry transition.
November is excellent for Maldives.
Best honeymoon month — manta + whale shark overlap + dry season starting.
Travel score
Dry season begins · manta + whale shark overlap · honeymoon sweet spot
November Weather at a Glance
Maldives in November averages 30°C/25-26°C with 150-175mm rainfall over 9-11 days, 8 hours of sunshine and 78-79% humidity. Northeast trade winds returning — wind eases, water settles. Underwater visibility 20-25 m. Manta + whale shark both peaking. UV 11.
November Travel Advice
Swimsuit + SPF 50+. **November and May are the only two months with both Hanifaru manta and South Ari whale shark in season**. Dry season starting + pre-Christmas value sweet spot. Last week of November starts the Christmas surge.
Flying In from Overseas
Asia autumn travel + Western pre-Christmas window — Seoul/Tokyo/Singapore to MLE $1,000-1,500. After Nov 25 starts the Christmas surge at 1.5x. Visa-free 30 days.
November Pricing Trends
Dry-season-start value — 5-star overwater villas $1,400-3,200/night. After Nov 25, rates jump +50%.
Maldives November Weather Stats
Avg High
30°C
Avg Low
26°C
Rainy Days
9
150mm total
Sunshine
8h
Daily avg
Humidity
78%
high
UV Index
11
Extreme
Wind
15 km/h
Gusts 25
Sea Temp
29°C
perfect
Crowds
Busy
At attractions
November 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 November
November Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Climate 30/26°C
- Manta + whale shark overlap
- Dry season starting
Cons
- Hotels starting to rise
November Events & Festivals
- Manta + whale shark overlap (rare)
- Dry season begins
Maldives in November — Full Picture
Best honeymoon month — manta + whale shark overlap + dry season starting.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Dry transition.
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)
Current30°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 November Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is November a good time to visit Maldives?
Maldives in November is excellent. Tourist crowds are busy and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Maldives in November?
Maldives November averages a high of 30°C and a low of 26°C.
Does it rain much in Maldives in November?
Maldives November averages 150mm of rainfall over about 9 rainy days.
What should I wear in Maldives in November?
Dry transition.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Maldives in November?
Maldives November sunrise is 05:55 and sunset is 18:00, with 12h 5min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Maldives in November?
Maldives November air quality (AQI) averages 30, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 10μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Maldives in November?
In November, Maldives is great for Diving, Snorkeling, Overwater villa.
Is November peak season in Maldives?
Maldives November 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.