Maldives · Maldives
December
Dry season fully established, Christmas and New Year demand driving prices to annual highs.
Best match
#10 of 12 months
There are better months for Maldives — see the full ranking below.
See when to go instead →Climate
High
30°C
Low
26.3°C
Rain
109mm
Sun
8.3hrs/day
30-year climate normals · Open Meteo ERA5
How December scores in Maldives
Weather
Excellent
Value
Below average
Crowds
Below average
Events
Good
Atmosphere
Very good
What you gain in December
- ↑Conditions approaching February quality: 8.3 sunshine hours, clear seas, 20m+ visibility
- ↑Christmas and New Year at an overwater bungalow: the quintessential luxury holiday
- ↑All water sports, diving, and snorkelling at optimal conditions
What you sacrifice
- ↓Christmas and New Year week: the most expensive days of the year at most resorts
- ↓Booked 12 months in advance for the best properties — last-minute options limited
- ↓December still has 109mm of rain: some afternoon showers possible even in peak season
How December compares to February (best month)
| Factor | December | February ★ |
|---|---|---|
| Weather | 8 | 10 |
| Value | 3 | 3 |
| Crowds | 3 | 3 |
December in other destinations
Climate data: 30-year normals (1991–2020) from Open Meteo ERA5 reanalysis. Scores compare months within Maldives, not across destinations. Methodology →