What to pack for Male in December
- light, breathable clothing
- sun protection (hat, SPF 50)
- a compact umbrella or rain shell — rain is frequent
- expect humid, sticky conditions
Humidity averages 78%; max daily wind around 24 km/h.
How December compares
Best months in Male: January–February. See the full best time to visit Male guide.
Male in December: the details
In December, Male sees average daytime highs of 28°C (83°F) and overnight lows of 26°C (80°F). Rainfall totals roughly 271 mm across 20.8 rainy days, and the sun shines about 9.8 hours per day with 11.8 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 78%.
In context: December is the 9th-warmest month and the second-wettest in Male. The sunniest month is March (11.2 h/day).
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Male, Maldives (4.18, 73.51) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Male in December?
Daytime highs in Male in December average 28°C (83°F); nights drop to about 26°C.
Does it rain in Male in December?
Expect around 20.8 rainy days and 271 mm of rainfall in December.
Is December a good time to visit Male?
December is a fair shoulder-season month in Male — decent conditions with some trade-offs. Overall travel score: 6.0/10. The best months are January–February.
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