The weather in January in the Maldives
It's warm in January in the Maldives with an average temperature of 29°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 28°C to a high of 29°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 27°C and 28°C.
Looking for great weather? January is a good time to be in the Maldives. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in January for the Maldives. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 34°C in 2022, the Maldives reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 26°C in 2018. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 24°C to a highest value of 29°C.
Rainfall amount
In January, there is an average of 61 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Daily weather in January for the Maldives
Click on any day in January 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.
January weather comparison
| Maldives | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 29°C | 5°C |
| Max. temperature | 29°C | 11°C |
| Min. temperature | 27°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 61 mm | 97 mm |
| Rainy days | 10 days | 12 days |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Maldives with hot temps, averaging around 29°C during the day and nights around 27°C.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps stay steady at around 29°C, with nights around 28°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Maldives is around 29°C, while nighttime temps are about 27°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in January in the Maldives. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in January in the Maldives
Temperature in January in the Maldives over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in January in the Maldives. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in January in the Maldives
Total precipitation in January in the Maldives over the years
Daily UV index in January in the Maldives
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January 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.
Weather experiences in January in the Maldives
The weather in January in the Maldives is rated an average of 5 out of 5 stars by 2 visitors. Have you been to the Maldives? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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Lots of sunshine, constantly above 30 degrees. Ideal for swimming, sunbathing and snorkeling. It rarely rains, the best place for sunshine!— This text is automatically translated to English
Had an occasional shower but it was short-lived. Otherwise great temperature and lots of sunshine ☀️— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in the Maldives by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for the Maldives. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.