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 November
An island transition month; build in weather and transfer flexibility.
The Maldives tourism office describes the southwest monsoon as lasting May to October, while November begins the transition toward the northeast monsoon. Rain can continue; select an island with transfer terms that work for your itinerary.
- Daytime high
- 28°ERA5 Malé-grid average high
- Nighttime
- 26°ERA5 Malé-grid average low
- Wet days
- 22≥1 mm / day
- Relative budget
- Higher cost
- November timing
- Monsoon transitionMany resort transfers run by speedboat, domestic flight or seaplane. Check timing and weather rules with the property.
Weather: Open-Meteo archive · ERA5 · ERA5 grid near 4.175, 73.509 · 2015–2024 daily averages. Not a forecast. See the annual view
November in context
The weather & the season
See where November sits, then plan for your exact week.
28°November high
Travel seasons
November 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 transfer before flights
Many resort transfers run by speedboat, domestic flight or seaplane. Check timing and weather rules with the property.
Visit Maldives · travel informationExpect rain to remain possible
November is a transition month; a seasonal shift does not guarantee dry weather on your island.
Visit Maldives · weatherMonthly 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.
- November trade-off
- Malé is useful for a short transit or city stop, not a private-island resort experience.
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.
- November trade-off
- Maafushi has guesthouses and local-island services; follow local dress and alcohol rules.
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.
- November trade-off
- A resort island offers a contained beach stay, reached by scheduled speedboat or seaplane.
Stay options for the season
Hotels for a November stay
Compare the pools, setting and seasonal details that matter.
Area view · MaafushiLocal-island beachfront2 Maafushi · Inhabited local island
Arena Beach Hotel
A guesthouse on Maafushi makes local-island dining and speedboat connections accessible.
- 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.
November details & sources
Check the boat timetable and local-island rules; excursions depend on weather.
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
A resort island suits an all-inclusive stay with transfer arranged by the property.
- 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.
November details & sources
Confirm the transfer type, departure time and weather-disruption policy.
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
A city hotel is practical for a first or last night near the airport.
- 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.
November details & sources
It does not replace an island stay; plan the onward transfer and check-in timing.
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 November questions
Transfers and meal plans matter alongside the choice of island.
Is November dry in the Maldives?
November is between the southwest and northeast monsoon patterns. Rain remains possible, so treat a resort stay as an island experience rather than guaranteed sunshine.
How do I choose a resort transfer?
Check whether your resort uses speedboat, domestic flight or seaplane, plus the operating hours and weather policy.
Should I stay on a local island?
Maafushi has guesthouses and local services. Resort islands offer a different, more self-contained experience.
Can a seaplane arrive at night?
Seaplanes generally operate in daylight. Confirm your arrival connection with the resort and consider an airport-area overnight.
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 · travel information
- Official local updates
- Maldives Airports Company · Velana airport
- Visit Maldives · Maafushi
- Maldives Ministry of Tourism · registered facilities
- Arena Beach Hotel
- Adaaran Resorts
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