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Average weather for the Maldives in August

It's warm in August in the Maldives with an average temperature of 29°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 29°C to a high of 29°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 27°C and 28°C.

Daily Temperature in August in the Maldives

Start of August

The month of August starts in Maldives with hot temps, averaging around 29°C during the day and nights around 28°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.

Mid August

By mid-August, daytime temps stay steady at around 29°C, with nights around 28°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.

End of August

By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Maldives is around 29°C, while nighttime temps are about 28°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.

In August, there is an average of 130 mm of precipitation, spread over 16 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the West.

Maldives in August

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Temperature Average temperature
29°C 30°C
Sun Max. temperature
29°C 31°C
Sun Min. temperature
29°C -5°C
Rain Total precipitation
130 mm 79 mm
Rain Rainy days
16 days 13 days

UV index

The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.

Is August a good time to visit the Maldives?

Looking for sun? August isn’t a good month to be in the Maldives. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.

Temperature records

With 33°C in 2023, the Maldives reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 26°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 24°C to a highest value of 29°C.

Check out the climate of the Maldives for all months and discover the best travel time

The climate in the Maldives is based on weather data from Male. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in the Maldives to get the full picture of the climate.

Daily Temperature in August in the Maldives

This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in August for the Maldives, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.

Daily Temperature in August in the Maldives

Weather experiences in August in the Maldives

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Daily Precipitation in August in the Maldives

The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for the Maldives, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.

A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for August, you can expect about 16 days of precipitation in the Maldives.

Daily Precipitation in August in the Maldives

Daily UV index in August in the Maldives

This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in the Maldives, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.

Daily UV Index in August in the Maldives

Temperature in August in the Maldives over the years

This chart shows the average temperature in August in the Maldives, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.

Temperature in August in the Maldives Over the Years

Total precipitation in August in the Maldives over the years

This chart shows the average precipitation in August in the Maldives, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.

Precipitation in August in the Maldives over the years

Daily weather in August for the Maldives

Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in the Maldives. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.

Weather experiences in August in the Maldives

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Average weather in the Maldives by month

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