Maldives · Month comparison
February vs January
February ranks #1 overall vs January at #5. The statistical peak of dry season: maximum sunshine, minimum rainfall, ideal conditions.
February
#1 of 12 months
Best match
The statistical peak of dry season: maximum sunshine, minimum rainfall, ideal conditions.
- ↑Lowest rainfall month (55mm): fewer clouds than any other time, clearest skies of the year
- ↑9.5 hours of sunshine: maximum beach and water time
January
#5 of 12 months
Best match
Peak dry season: calm seas, visibility 30m+, reliably sunny — and peak prices to match.
- ↑NE monsoon conditions: calm, crystal-clear waters with 25–30m visibility for snorkelling and diving
- ↑8.4 hours of sunshine daily: reliable blue-sky days on the overwater bungalows
| Factor | February | January |
|---|---|---|
| Weather score | 10 | 9 |
| Value score | 3 | 3 |
| Crowd score | 3 | 3 |
| Events score | 4 | 4 |
| Atmosphere | 9 | 8 |
| Avg high temp | 30.2°C | 30.1°C |
| Monthly rain | 55mm | 88mm |
| Daily sunshine | 9.5hrs | 8.4hrs |
February trade-offs
- ↓Valentine's week pushes already-high prices further: romantic packages command significant premium
- ↓Absolute peak booking period — many resorts sold out a year in advance
- ↓Budget travel essentially impossible during February dry season
January trade-offs
- ↓Among the most expensive months: 5-star resorts commanding full premium rates
- ↓New Year demand keeps January prices elevated despite distance from Christmas
- ↓Limited "value" options — budget resorts also at near-peak rates in dry season
Scores compare months within Maldives. Climate data: Open Meteo ERA5 30-year normals (1991–2020). Methodology →