2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Maldives in March

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain. Recommended month to visit.

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Climate Overview

March is an excellent time to visit Maldives. Maldives has a Tropical climate with average yearly highs of 29°C, lows of 28°C, and approximately 4 rainy days per month.

Avg High

29°C

Avg Low

28°C

Rainy days

4days

Daylight

12.1h

Is March a good time to visit Maldives?

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain.

Daylight

Sunrise

6:13 AM

Sunset

6:19 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 28°C 27°C 10 Excellent (best)
February 28°C 27°C 7 Excellent (best)
March 29°C 28°C 4 Excellent (best)
April 29°C 27°C 15 Excellent (best)
May 29°C 27°C 23 Wet
June 29°C 27°C 22 Wet
July 29°C 27°C 18 Wet
August 29°C 27°C 13 Wet
September 28°C 26°C 25 Wet
October 28°C 26°C 25 Wet
November 28°C 27°C 15 Excellent (best)
December 28°C 26°C 22 Excellent (best)

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for March

Humidity-wicking clothes, insect repellent, waterproof bag, and rain poncho.

Climate: Tropical
Travel Context Expect humidity and afternoon showers—plan flexible days.

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Common Questions

Is March a good time to visit Maldives? +

March is typically Excellent for visiting Maldives, with average highs of 29°C and around 4 rainy days.

What should I pack for Maldives in March? +

With highs of 29°C and lows of 28°C in {month}, we recommend: Humidity-wicking clothes, insect repellent, waterproof bag, and rain poncho.

Does it rain a lot in Maldives in March? +

Maldives typically sees around 4 rainy days in March.

How many hours of daylight are there in Maldives in March? +

In March, Maldives gets approximately 12.1 hours of daylight per day.

Is March peak season in Maldives? +

Yes, March is peak season in Maldives. Expect higher prices and more crowds, but also the best weather.

What is the best month to visit Maldives? +

The best months to visit Maldives are November, December, January, February, March, April, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Indian/Maldives)

Last Updated: January 2026

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