What to pack for Male in May
- light, breathable clothing
- sun protection (hat, SPF 50)
- a compact umbrella or rain shell — rain is frequent
- expect humid, sticky conditions
Humidity averages 80%; max daily wind around 29 km/h.
How May compares
Best months in Male: January–February. See the full best time to visit Male guide.
Male in May: the details
In May, Male sees average daytime highs of 29°C (85°F) and overnight lows of 27°C (81°F). Rainfall totals roughly 269 mm across 23.7 rainy days, and the sun shines about 9.7 hours per day with 12.2 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 80%.
In context: May is the second-warmest month and the third-wettest in Male. The sunniest month is March (11.2 h/day).
| Metric | May average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 29°C / 85°F |
| Overnight low | 27°C / 81°F |
| Rainfall | 269 mm over 23.7 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 9.7 h/day (12.2 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 80% |
| Travel score | 5.1 / 10 |
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 May?
Daytime highs in Male in May average 29°C (85°F); nights drop to about 27°C.
Does it rain in Male in May?
Expect around 23.7 rainy days and 269 mm of rainfall in May.
Is May a good time to visit Male?
May is a fair shoulder-season month in Male — decent conditions with some trade-offs. Overall travel score: 5.1/10. The best months are January–February.
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