December weather forecast
Maldives

December in the Maldives sees the dry season firmly established with the influence of the northeast monsoon shaping the climate of the archipelago. Throughout this month, temperatures remain fairly consistent, typically ranging from 27°C (80.6°F) to 30°C (86°F). This weather pattern is consistent across the country, including in major cities such as Male and Addu City.

With the northeast monsoon in full swing, rainfall significantly declines across the country, particularly in the northern atolls. However, the southern atolls, due to their proximity to the Equator, still experience occasional showers, although markedly less than during the wet season.

Compared to November, December experiences further reductions in rainfall, with sunny and dry conditions becoming more prominent as the month progresses. As the Maldives moves into January, these weather patterns persist, with rainfall continuing to decrease and temperatures maintaining their tropical warmth.

December is a popular time for tourists in the Maldives, as the dry conditions and ample sunshine create an ideal backdrop for beach activities and exploring the natural beauty of the archipelago. Despite the increase in tourist activity, the Maldivian islands maintain their tranquil allure, offering a paradise-like escape amidst the Indian Ocean.

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• Male - December »
  Male's December weather, with an average high temperature of 29.9°C (85.8°F) and an average low temperature of 25.1°C (77.2°F), tends to be the coldest of the year. The months with the coldest seawater in Male are January and December, with an average sea temperature of 28.3°C (82.9°F).
• Hithadhoo - December »
  With an average of 12h and 12min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Hithadhoo. December has the longest days of the year in Hithadhoo, with an average of 12h and 12min of daylight.
• Kulhudhuffushi - December »
  The months with the coldest seawater in Kulhudhuffushi are January and December, with an average sea temperature of 28.3°C (82.9°F). January and December, with an average sea temperature of 28.3°C (82.9°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Kulhudhuffushi.
• Thinadhoo - December »
  The month with the shortest days in Thinadhoo is December, with an average of 12h and 6min of daylight. The most humid month in Thinadhoo is December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.
• Naifaru - December »
  January, February, August through October and December, with an average sea temperature of 28°C (82.4°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Naifaru, Maldives. January, February, August through October and December, with an average sea temperature of 28°C (82.4°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Naifaru.
• Eydhafushi - December »
  In Eydhafushi during December, the rain falls for 20.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 175mm (6.89") of precipitation. The month with the shortest days in Eydhafushi is December, with an average of 11h and 48min of daylight.
• Viligili - December »
  The month with the shortest days in Viligili is December, with an average of 12h and 6min of daylight. The most humid month in Viligili is December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.
• Mahibadhoo - December »
  Mahibadhoo's shift into December is marked by a subtle change to a still moderately hot 28°C (82.4°F) from November's 28.1°C (82.6°F) in temperature. In Mahibadhoo, during December, the rain falls for 20.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 175mm (6.89") of precipitation.
• Felidhoo - December »
  The months with the coldest seawater in Felidhoo are January, February, October through December, with an average sea temperature of 28°C (82.4°F). January, February, October through December, with an average sea temperature of 28°C (82.4°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Felidhoo.
• Magoodhoo - December »
  January, February, October and December, with an average sea temperature of 28°C (82.4°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Magoodhoo, Maldives. January, February, October and December, with an average sea temperature of 28°C (82.4°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Magoodhoo, Maldives.