Maldives · Maldives
August
Wettest month of the year: maximum monsoon rainfall, not ideal unless you're here for surfing.
Strong option
#12 of 12 months
There are better months for Maldives — see the full ranking below.
See when to go instead →Climate
High
30.3°C
Low
26.9°C
Rain
193mm
Sun
6hrs/day
30-year climate normals · Open Meteo ERA5
How August scores in Maldives
Weather
Below average
Value
Very good
Crowds
Good
Events
Average
Atmosphere
Above average
What you gain in August
- ↑Surfing at Lohis and Chickens at consistent best performance
- ↑Absolute lowest occupancy at most resorts — personalised service at its peak
- ↑Despite rain, temperatures remain warm and swimming is fine between showers
What you sacrifice
- ↓193mm: statistically the wettest month — heavy showers most days
- ↓Least sunshine of the wet season (6 hours still manageable but overcast periods common)
- ↓Underwater visibility at its most variable due to monsoon plankton bloom
How August compares to February (best month)
| Factor | August | February ★ |
|---|---|---|
| Weather | 3 | 10 |
| Value | 7 | 3 |
| Crowds | 6 | 3 |
August in other destinations
Climate data: 30-year normals (1991–2020) from Open Meteo ERA5 reanalysis. Scores compare months within Maldives, not across destinations. Methodology →