ERA5 climate grid
Monthly averages describe a broad pattern, not the day you will travel.
Daytime highNighttime low°C
Open-Meteo archive · ERA5 · ERA5 grid near 4.175, 73.509 · 2015–2024 daily averages.
Malé · Maldives
The Maldives in February
Maldives in February: choose your transfer and island before the room.
February is in the drier northeast monsoon period, often suitable for snorkelling and beach time. Conditions differ by atoll and day. Resort transfers can take time and cost extra, while local-island stays follow different rules and services.
- Daytime high
- 28°ERA5 Malé-grid average high
- Nighttime
- 27°ERA5 Malé-grid average low
- Wet days
- 8≥1 mm / day
- Relative budget
- Higher cost
- February timing
- Drier monsoon periodTransfers need advance planning
Weather: Open-Meteo archive · ERA5 · ERA5 grid near 4.175, 73.509 · 2015–2024 daily averages. Not a forecast. See the annual view
February in context
The weather & the season
See where February sits, then plan for your exact week.
28°February high
Travel seasons
February in the year
Seasonal travel guidance, not measured visitor counts.
JanNortheast monsoon
FebNortheast monsoon
MarNortheast monsoon
AprTransition
MaySouthwest monsoon begins
JunSouthwest monsoon
JulSouthwest monsoon
AugSouthwest monsoon
SepSouthwest monsoon
OctSouthwest monsoon
NovSouthwest monsoon
DecTransition
Maldives Meteorological Service · climate
The Maldives Meteorological Service describes January–March as the northeast dry monsoon, mid-May–November as the southwest wet monsoon, and December and April as transitions. Regional and yearly conditions vary. This is seasonal guidance, not visitor or occupancy data.
Confirm the full transfer chain
Check the arrival cut-off, transfer type and cost with your property before booking flights.
Visit Maldives · trip planningCheck reef and sea conditions
Visibility and currents vary by site. Ask the local dive or snorkel operator about conditions on your dates.
Check reef and sea conditionsMonthly figures & what they measure
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Wet days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 28° | 26° | 9.2 |
| Feb | 28° | 27° | 8.3 |
| Mar | 29° | 27° | 9.5 |
| Apr | 29° | 27° | 13.7 |
| May | 29° | 27° | 24.6 |
| Jun | 29° | 27° | 15.3 |
| Jul | 28° | 27° | 16.5 |
| Aug | 28° | 27° | 15.3 |
| Sep | 28° | 26° | 18 |
| Oct | 28° | 26° | 20.6 |
| Nov | 28° | 26° | 22 |
| Dec | 28° | 26° | 17.7 |
Daily maximum and minimum air temperatures are averaged by calendar month across 2015–2024. Wet days count daily precipitation totals of at least 1 mm, then average the monthly count across the ten years. Open-Meteo serves ERA5 on a roughly 0.25° grid; its returned grid point can differ slightly from the requested coordinates. These are model reanalysis averages, not a local station normal or forecast. The Maldives Meteorological Service describes January–March as the northeast dry monsoon, mid-May–November as the southwest wet monsoon, and December and April as transitions. Regional and yearly conditions vary. This is seasonal guidance, not visitor or occupancy data.
Towns, neighbourhoods & resort areas
The Maldives area guide
Choose an area first, then compare its hotels.
Malé is a working capital, Maafushi is an inhabited local island with guesthouses, and resort islands are private properties with their own transfer and meal arrangements.
The Maldives at a glanceChoose a numbered place
Representative area centres, not hotel entrances. Coastlines are generalized and do not show streets or routes.
Natural Earth · public-domain coastline
A short city stop or overnight connection before an island transfer.
A compact, densely built capital with markets, mosques, museums and the main airport across the water.- Beach & water
- No resort beach; swimming and resort access require a separate transfer.
- Day to day
- Walk within the city; use ferry or taxi for the airport island and nearby atolls.
- February trade-off
- Malé is a practical overnight stop near the airport, but it is an urban base rather than a resort beach.
A lower-cost base for boat excursions and a few days by the sea.
Guesthouses, cafés and excursion operators provide a local-island alternative to a private resort.- Beach & water
- The island has a designated visitor swimwear beach; other public areas follow local norms.
- Day to day
- Scheduled speedboats connect the island to Malé; confirm the operator and return schedule.
- February trade-off
- Maafushi has guesthouses and organised excursions; confirm local beach rules and boat schedules.
A full-service island stay where the resort is the main destination.
Private resorts operate on separate islands with accommodation, dining and recreation in one property.- Beach & water
- Beach and reef access depend on the specific island, currents and house-reef conditions.
- Day to day
- Transfer is arranged by the resort; cost and duration vary by property.
- February trade-off
- A South Malé resort gives an island stay with bundled facilities, but verify transfer charges and meal plan terms.
Stay options for the season
Hotels for a February stay
Compare the pools, setting and seasonal details that matter.
Area view · MaafushiLocal-island beachfront2 Maafushi · Inhabited local island
Arena Beach Hotel
Arena Beach is on Maafushi, a local-island base for February excursions without the cost and isolation of a private resort island.
- No heated pool claim found
- Travellers who want a local-island base and boat excursions.
Maafushi is an inhabited island with local rules; it is not an all-inclusive private resort.
February details & sources
Maafushi follows local-island rules, including designated beach arrangements; confirm boat schedules and excursion conditions. No heated pool is confirmed.
The checked official page does not confirm a heated pool or a December water temperature. Ask the property about the exact pool and your stay dates.
Arena Beach Hotel
All-inclusive resort island3 South Malé Atoll resorts · Private resort island
Adaaran Club Rannalhi
This South Malé Atoll resort suits a February island stay with on-island meals and activities, reducing the need to plan daily transfers.
- No heated pool claim found
- A resort stay with meals, beach time and on-island activities.
A private resort offers less access to local-island life and excursions require planning.
February details & sources
The resort requires a speedboat transfer; confirm cut-off times, round-trip cost and meal-plan inclusions. No heated pool is confirmed, and sea conditions vary.
The checked official page does not confirm a heated pool or a December water temperature. Ask the property about the exact pool and your stay dates.
Adaaran ResortsArea view · MaléMalé city stopover1 Malé · Capital city
Maagiri Hotel
Maagiri in Malé is practical for a February airport night or city stay when a resort transfer makes same-day arrival inconvenient.
- No pool listed on the checked official page
- Travellers who want a Malé night before or after a resort transfer, or a city stay with restaurants and island life close by.
A city hotel cannot replace the beach and lagoon setting of a resort island; resort transfers require separate arrangements.
February details & sources
This is an urban hotel, not a resort beach; no pool is listed. Confirm airport transfer timing and onward boat or seaplane arrangements with your island stay.
The official room and amenities pages checked do not list a pool. Contact the hotel about any facility or transfer arrangement needed for your stay.
Maagiri HotelArena Beach is a local-island guesthouse hotel; Maagiri is an urban hotel on Malé for an island-to-island travel night; Adaaran Club Rannalhi is a private resort island. Broad positioning bands are not live prices; compare room, transfers and meal plan for your dates. Facilities checked 2026-10-30. Research from official hotel pages, not personal reviews.
Before you travel
A few checks before The Maldives
Entry permission, health advice and disruption cover depend on your passport, route and activities. Check the authorities for your own circumstances before paying.
Passport & visa
Rules depend on nationality
The Maldives issues a tourist visa on arrival subject to current entry conditions. Check the Maldives Immigration page for passport validity, return ticket, accommodation and declaration requirements before departure.
Vaccinations & health
Check your itinerary and activities
Check routine vaccinations, sun protection and any personal medical needs. Boat transfers and remote resort locations can affect access to health services; discuss individual needs with a clinician.
Travel advice & insurance
Check the latest advice for your route
Check current government advice and insurance for medical evacuation, water activities and missed connections. Confirm what happens if weather delays a seaplane or speedboat transfer.
Check passport validity, visa rules and transit requirements for your passport.
Entry rules vary by nationality and can change. Confirm whether your transit airports, onward ticket, accommodation and any health declarations affect your journey.
Checked 29 October 2026. Recheck the linked authorities before departure. Health guidance is general; individual advice comes from a qualified health professional.
Before you book
A few February questions
The island and transfer plan shape a February trip as much as the weather.
Is February a dry month in the Maldives?
It is generally within the drier northeast monsoon period. Local showers and sea conditions remain possible.
Should I stay in Malé or a resort?
Malé works for an airport night. Maafushi offers a local-island guesthouse stay; a resort provides an isolated island experience.
Are transfers included?
Not always. Seaplane, speedboat and domestic flight arrangements vary by property and arrival time. Confirm both directions and any cut-off.
Can I snorkel from any hotel beach?
No. Reef access and currents differ by island. Ask the property or operator about the specific house reef and guided options.
Sources & checks
Weather, areas & hotels
- Open-Meteo · ERA5 historical weather API
- Visit Maldives · travel information
- CDC · travel health information
- Maagiri Hotel · official
- Maldives Meteorological Service · climate
- Visit Maldives · trip planning
- Maldives Meteorological Service
- Maldives Airports Company · Velana airport
- Visit Maldives · Maafushi
- Maldives Ministry of Tourism · registered facilities
- Arena Beach Hotel
- Adaaran Resorts
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