Maldives · Maldives
September
The quietest and cheapest month — deep monsoon with nearly empty resorts.
Best match
#9 of 12 months
There are better months for Maldives — see the full ranking below.
See when to go instead →Climate
High
30.2°C
Low
26.7°C
Rain
168mm
Sun
6.6hrs/day
30-year climate normals · Open Meteo ERA5
How September scores in Maldives
Weather
Average
Value
Excellent
Crowds
Excellent
Events
Average
Atmosphere
Good
What you gain in September
- ↑Lowest occupancy month of the year: extraordinary attention to guest ratio
- ↑Prices at annual lows — premium resorts accessible at budget-friendly rates
- ↑Manta ray season extending into early September at Baa Atoll
What you sacrifice
- ↓168mm of rain: continuing heavy monsoon
- ↓Rough seas and grey skies dominate — not the Maldives Instagram has sold you
- ↓Limited dive visibility at many sites due to monsoon conditions
How September compares to February (best month)
| Factor | September | February ★ |
|---|---|---|
| Weather | 4 | 10 |
| Value | 8 | 3 |
| Crowds | 8 | 3 |
September in other destinations
Climate data: 30-year normals (1991–2020) from Open Meteo ERA5 reanalysis. Scores compare months within Maldives, not across destinations. Methodology →