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 »
  December, known for its average high temperature of 29.9°C (85.8°F) and an average low temperature of 25.1°C (77.2°F), is the coldest month in Male. December has the shortest days of the year in Male, Maldives, with an average of 11h and 54min of daylight.
• Hithadhoo - December »
  On the first day of December in Hithadhoo, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:01. In essence, December marks the end of the year on a steady note, aligning Hithadhoo's tropical reputation with bountiful sunlight and a warm ocean.
• Kulhudhuffushi - December »
  January and December, with an average sea temperature of 28.3°C (82.9°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Kulhudhuffushi. In Kulhudhuffushi, during December, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 76mm (2.99") of precipitation.
• Thinadhoo - December »
  The month with the shortest days in Thinadhoo is December, with an average of 12h and 6min of daylight. At the onset of December, Thinadhoo records an average high-temperature of a still warm 27.9°C (82.2°F), showing little deviation from the preceding month.
• 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. The month with the shortest days in Naifaru is December, with an average of 11h and 48min of daylight.
• Eydhafushi - December »
  In Eydhafushi in December, the average water temperature is 28.3°C (82.9°F). December has the shortest days of the year in Eydhafushi, Maldives, with an average of 11h and 48min of daylight.
• Viligili - December »
  With an average relative humidity of 77%, December is the most humid month in Viligili, Maldives. December is the most humid month in Viligili, with an average relative humidity of 77%.
• Mahibadhoo - December »
  In Mahibadhoo in December, the average water temperature is 28.3°C (82.9°F). The arrival of December in Mahibadhoo brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28°C (82.4°F), closely following the temperature pattern of November.
• Felidhoo - December »
  January, February, October through December, with an average sea temperature of 28°C (82.4°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Felidhoo, Maldives. 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).
• 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.