The Maldives is truly considered a heavenly place where tourists who prefer luxury hotels and a high level of service love to relax. When it is better to go on a trip to the Maldives, tourists who periodically come here on vacation know. At the same time, there are a number of general recommendations, following which you can plan your vacation on your own.
Types of tourist seasons in the Maldives
Like other resorts well-known among travelers, there are several periods on the islands that are optimal for a particular type of tourism. Depending on individual wishes, tourists choose the best time to go to the Maldives.
High season
A significant flow of visitors begins to visit the resort from December to April-May inclusive. This activity is due to a number of reasons: the desire to celebrate the Christmas and New Year holidays on the coast of the ocean; perfect weather; lack of rain and wind.
The air temperature during almost all months of the high season is kept at around + 28-30 degrees, which is quite comfortable not only for swimming, but also for sunbathing. The water is also warm enough and warms up to + 29-30 degrees. This is not to say that the islands have a certain period of time when the beach season begins. It is generally accepted that it lasts all year round due to favorable climatic conditions.
If you decide to go to the Maldives during the high season, then consider the fact that the cost of vouchers at this time is very expensive. In general, the price rises by 30-50%, and it is better to buy a tour in advance, since the tours are very popular.
Low season
At the end of May, rains begin in the Maldives, bringing high waves, thunderstorms and wind. On the one hand, resting in such weather is not entirely pleasant. On the other hand, the showers are of short duration, and after a few hours the sun comes out again. A significant advantage of traveling to the islands during the rainy season is the fact that the cost of vouchers is drastically reduced. Therefore, you have the opportunity to save a good amount of money.
From mid-July to mid-August, the rains intensify, and humid weather sets in the resort. When choosing the best holiday month during the low season, look for months like September, October or May, when there are more sunny days than rainy ones. The air temperature during rainy weather does not change significantly and is set within + 27-29 degrees.
Windsurfing season
Windsurfing, kitesurfing and surfing enthusiasts come to the Maldives every year. There are many centers on the island with a qualified team of specialists in the field of water tourism. The most visited centers are located in the Male Atolls, where both professionals and beginners flock.
In February, the wind gets stronger and blows almost all day, raising waves on the ocean. It is at the beginning of February that the windsurfing season officially opens. The timing is considered the best for those who want to step on the board for the first time. Between June and late August, the wind gets stronger and professionals can be seen cutting through the waves near the shore.
The season continues in autumn, but the ocean calms down in mid-November, so surfers are gradually leaving the islands.
Diving season
Diving is rightfully one of the first places among the main sources of income in the Maldives. The underwater flora and fauna, formed in natural conditions, amaze the imagination with its diversity and beauty. Coral reefs, over 1500 species of fish, mysterious grottoes and caves, where ships sunk many years ago have survived - all this is the national treasure of the Maldives.
It is worth noting that it is not always possible to dive into the clear waters of the Indian Ocean. So, the peak of diving falls on the period from January to April, when the water is clean and transparent. There is a lot of plankton in the ocean in October, so this month is not suitable.
In summer, diving conditions are poor, as the waves rise and it is extremely difficult to see what you want underwater. Also, do not forget that in the presence of strong underwater currents, you must be extremely careful and dive only under the guidance of an experienced instructor.
Healing season
The Maldives is renowned for its serene atmosphere, which can be enjoyed by visiting one of the many spa centers. The aim of the management of the centers is to provide clients with services aimed at relaxing and rejuvenating the whole body.
The range of procedures is wide enough and includes:
- hydrotherapy;
- aromatherapy;
- stone therapy;
- massage of any areas of the body using oils;
- wraps;
- stay in the sauna.
The big advantages of medical tourism is the opportunity to practice it all year round and combine it with a beach holiday. As for the choice of a spa center, in this matter it is better to rely on the recommendations of specialists who will help navigate the pricing policy and a variety of procedures. Also, any self-respecting travel company will offer you several options for vouchers that involve combining different types of recreation.
Climatic features of the Maldives
Due to their unique geographical location, in the immediate vicinity of the equator, the climate on the islands is of the monsoon type. That is, the usual calendar year for Russians is not for four seasons, but for two. The first is the winter period, when the rains begin and the winds blow, and the second is the summer period. A distinctive feature of the Maldives is the absence of severe hurricanes and storms.
Maldives Monthly Weather Forecast
Winter in the Maldives
The winter period is very similar to the traditional summer in other countries. This is due to the fact that stable warm weather is established on the territory of the islands in the winter months, and the thermometer of the thermometer does not drop below +30 degrees. A slight decrease in temperature is observed in the area of Siinu Atoll, and the maximum values are characteristic of Male and Vaavu Atoll.
The azure waters of the Maldives also pleases visitors with high temperatures, which can vary between + 28-30 degrees. In the second half of December, the weather may change and the steady heat is replaced by cool winds, and the ocean becomes more hectic. The situation stabilizes in the first half of January, as evidenced by the calm ocean and calm at any time of the day.
Spring in the Maldives
March is a wonderful month for a holiday on the islands, as the Maldives is at the mercy of a northeastern cyclone, which is characterized by dry and warm weather. In early March, small storms may still occur on some atolls, passing in ten to fifteen minutes. After March 13, the weather becomes comfortable.
In April, the amount of precipitation gradually increases in the form of torrential rains, which quickly end. In the middle of spring, tourists come to the Maldives with the same enthusiasm as in March.
May is usually referred to as the off-season month, when there is a transition from a dry to a rainy period. However, this fact does not interfere with rest, since the number of rainy days is less than warm. Heavy rains usually fall at night.
Summer in the Maldives
Throughout the summer months, a monsoon called Huluganu reigns in the Maldives, bringing rains. Showers most often begin in the evening or at night and end in the morning. The air temperature ranges from +30 to +32 degrees, and the water warms up to +29 degrees.
Summer is not recommended for those who want to swim in the waters of the ocean and go diving. In June and July, the ocean is especially hectic, and the wave level rises to a maximum, so surfers are eager to get to the Maldives.
It is also worth remembering that the air humidity in summer exceeds the norm, which can affect your general well-being. However, tourists note that wet weather is easier to tolerate thanks to the winds that blow almost all summer.
Autumn in the Maldives
In early September, wet and rainy weather persists, after which the downpours begin to subside and the ocean calms down. The first month of autumn is characterized by strong cloudiness during the day. Regardless, remember to use sunscreen as the sun is active and you can get severely burned.
In October, the amount of precipitation is almost halved and calm, sunny weather sets in. The air temperature is + 30-32 degrees and this creates excellent conditions for a beach holiday.
November is the beginning of the dry season, when most of the Maldives is dominated by the monsoon, called by the locals "iruwai". It still rains, but it is extremely rare and its intensity decreases.
