What to pack for Male in October
- 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 25 km/h.
How October compares
Best months in Male: January–February. See the full best time to visit Male guide.
Male in October: the details
In October, Male sees average daytime highs of 28°C (83°F) and overnight lows of 27°C (80°F). Rainfall totals roughly 209 mm across 21.7 rainy days, and the sun shines about 9.9 hours per day with 11.9 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 78%.
In context: October is the 7th-warmest month and the 4th-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 October?
Daytime highs in Male in October average 28°C (83°F); nights drop to about 27°C.
Does it rain in Male in October?
Expect around 21.7 rainy days and 209 mm of rainfall in October.
Is October a good time to visit Male?
October 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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