Is It Monsoon in Kadhdhoo, Maldives? Rainfall and Weather by Month

Kadhdhoo, Maldives JANUARY
28°
Peak season
25° to 31°
Dry & Sunny
Comparatively dry, part of the best window for a visit.
☀️ Sunscreen✨ Best sightseeing weather
28°
Peak season
25° to 31°
Driest Month
The driest month of the year, sunny and calm.
☀️ Sunscreen✨ Best sightseeing weather
29°
Peak season
26° to 32°
Dry Season Ends
Still dry, rounding out the best window, with the heat building.
🥵 Heat protection☀️ Sunscreen
29°
Shoulder season
26° to 32°
Hot & Wetter
Among the hottest months of the year, with rain building steadily.
🥵 Heat protection☔ Light rain jacket
29°
Off-peak season
26° to 32°
Wettest Month
The rainiest month of the year, as the southwest monsoon sets in.
☔ Heavy rain gear💨 Windy conditions
29°
Shoulder season
26° to 32°
Rain Eases
Rain eases back from May, though the season stays humid.
☔ Umbrella handy🥵 Heat protection
29°
Shoulder season
25° to 32°
Steady Rain
Rain a fairly regular presence, typical of the wetter half of the year.
☔ Umbrella essential💨 Windy conditions
28°
Shoulder season
25° to 31°
Steady Rain
Similar to July, part of the wetter half of the year.
☔ Umbrella essential💨 Windy conditions
28°
Shoulder season
25° to 31°
Very Wet
Among the wetter months, as the year moves toward its wettest stretch.
☔ Heavy rain gear💨 Windy conditions
28°
Off-peak season
25° to 31°
Very Wet
Among the wettest months of the year, with rain on more days than any other month.
☔ Heavy rain gear⚠️ Flash-flood aware
28°
Off-peak season
25° to 31°
Very Wet
Still among the wettest months of the year, as the northeast monsoon sets in.
☔ Heavy rain gear🥵 Heat protection
28°
Shoulder season
25° to 31°
Steady Rain
Still wet, closing out the year within the wetter half.
☔ Umbrella essential🥵 Heat protection
Drag through the year Jan
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Jan
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Feb
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Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
This month
Rainfall
130 mm
7 rainy days this month
Sunshine
7.5 hrs/day
58% of daylight hours
Humidity
80%
Air feels heavy and sticky
Wind
11 km/h
Light, barely noticeable
Rainfall
79 mm
5 rainy days this month
Sunshine
9 hrs/day
69% of daylight hours
Humidity
79%
Air feels heavy and sticky
Wind
10 km/h
Light, barely noticeable
Rainfall
84 mm
6 rainy days this month
Sunshine
8.5 hrs/day
65% of daylight hours
Humidity
79%
Air feels heavy and sticky
Wind
10 km/h
Light, barely noticeable
Rainfall
165 mm
11 rainy days this month
Sunshine
8.5 hrs/day
65% of daylight hours
Humidity
80%
Air feels heavy and sticky
Wind
11 km/h
Light, barely noticeable
Rainfall
279 mm
16 rainy days this month
Sunshine
7.5 hrs/day
58% of daylight hours
Humidity
82%
Air feels heavy and sticky
Wind
14 km/h
Light, barely noticeable
Rainfall
109 mm
10 rainy days this month
Sunshine
7.5 hrs/day
58% of daylight hours
Humidity
80%
Air feels heavy and sticky
Wind
15 km/h
Noticeable breeze
Rainfall
160 mm
12 rainy days this month
Sunshine
6.5 hrs/day
50% of daylight hours
Humidity
81%
Air feels heavy and sticky
Wind
15 km/h
Noticeable breeze
Rainfall
196 mm
13 rainy days this month
Sunshine
6.5 hrs/day
50% of daylight hours
Humidity
81%
Air feels heavy and sticky
Wind
15 km/h
Noticeable breeze
Rainfall
239 mm
15 rainy days this month
Sunshine
6.5 hrs/day
50% of daylight hours
Humidity
82%
Air feels heavy and sticky
Wind
14 km/h
Light, barely noticeable
Rainfall
269 mm
17 rainy days this month
Sunshine
7 hrs/day
54% of daylight hours
Humidity
82%
Air feels heavy and sticky
Wind
12 km/h
Light, barely noticeable
Rainfall
264 mm
16 rainy days this month
Sunshine
7.5 hrs/day
58% of daylight hours
Humidity
83%
Air feels heavy and sticky
Wind
11 km/h
Light, barely noticeable
Rainfall
259 mm
13 rainy days this month
Sunshine
7.5 hrs/day
58% of daylight hours
Humidity
83%
Air feels heavy and sticky
Wind
11 km/h
Light, barely noticeable
★★★ peak season, ★★☆ decent shoulder months, ★☆☆ true off-peak, based on rain frequency, heat, and haze.
Seasons at a glance
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Peak season: Jan, Feb, Mar
Kadhdhoo's driest stretch and the best time for a visit. January through March is historically the calmest window for rain in this southern atoll.
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Shoulder season: Apr, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Dec
This tier spans April, June, July, August, September, and December, the edges of the wet season as rain builds and eases.
Off-peak season: May, Oct, Nov
Kadhdhoo's wettest stretch. May, October, and November see the heaviest rain of the year, with May historically the wettest month.
Good to know
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A gateway to the southern atolls
Kadhdhoo's airport serves Laamu Atoll and the wider southern Maldives, a quieter, less-visited stretch of the country.
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Closer to the equator than the northern atolls
Like much of the southern Maldives, Kadhdhoo sees less extreme seasonal swings and somewhat less wind exposure than the north.
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Warm, swimmable seas year-round
As across the Maldives, sea temperatures here stay consistently warm throughout the year, well suited to diving and snorkeling.
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Reef-fringed islands nearby
Laamu Atoll is known for extensive reef systems, including one of the longest natural reefs in the Maldives.
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Cyclones are rare but not impossible
The Maldives can occasionally be brushed by tropical cyclones, most often forming or passing between April and December, with low-lying islands vulnerable to wind, rain, and unusual waves.
Top attractions
1
Laamu Atoll Reefs
Extensive reef systems around the atoll, including one of the longest natural house reefs in the Maldives.
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Local Island Visits
Nearby inhabited islands in Laamu Atoll offer a quieter look at Maldivian life away from the busier central atolls.
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Sandbanks & Snorkeling Spots
Boat trips to nearby uninhabited sandbanks and reef breaks are a popular day activity from Kadhdhoo.
Frequently asked questions
When is monsoon season in Kadhdhoo?
Kadhdhoo's wettest stretch historically runs from May through November, with May typically the wettest month.
What is the best time of year to visit Kadhdhoo?
January through March is historically Kadhdhoo's driest window and the best time for a visit.
What is the least favorable time to visit Kadhdhoo?
May, October, and November are historically the wettest months of the year.
Which month has the most rain in Kadhdhoo?
May is historically the wettest month, averaging around 279mm of rain.
Which month is the driest in Kadhdhoo?
February is historically the driest month, averaging around 79mm of rain.
How hot does Kadhdhoo get?
March through June are historically tied as the hottest months of the year on average.
What should I pack for Kadhdhoo during the rainy season?
A light raincoat or umbrella is worth packing from May through November, along with lightweight, tropics-friendly clothing year-round.
Is Kadhdhoo good for diving?
Laamu Atoll, served by Kadhdhoo, is known for extensive reef systems, with diving conditions generally best during the calmer, drier months from January to March.
Do cyclones affect Kadhdhoo?
Occasionally. The Maldives can be brushed by tropical cyclones, most often between April and December, and as low-lying islands, they can be affected by wind, rain, and unusual waves.
Is Kadhdhoo far from Malé?
Kadhdhoo sits in Laamu Atoll, in the southern Maldives, reached from Malé by a short domestic flight.