Weather in Maldives in June

How June compares

June is the 3rd warmest month of the year in Maldives and ranks 49th of 134 destinations we compare for June - see where else is hot in June. Against London's average high of 19.6°C in June, Maldives is 8.7°C warmer by day and 15.4°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in June

The typical June day in Maldives peaks at 28.3°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 28.9°C or more. About 100% of days top 25°C. Nights average 26.7°C; one night in ten drops to 25.7°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest June day here reached 29.5°C (2020-06-16) and the coldest night 24.9°C (1999-06-13).

Rain in June

Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 18 days with 1 mm or more, 126 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest June was 1993 with 230 mm, the driest 2011 with 25 mm. Humidity averages 81%, which makes the heat feel heavier than the thermometer suggests.

Sea temperature in June

The sea averages 29.0°C - warm enough to swim (22°c+). Depending on the year it ranges from 28.5°C to 29.4°C. For the warmest sea here, come in April (29.9°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 2.4 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 12.2 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 05:56 and sets about 18:17 local time in mid-June. Average cloud cover is 80%.

Is June a good time to visit Maldives?

It is a reasonable choice: hot days but expect showers. The best months for Maldives on our scoring are February, March, January; months averaging 25°C or more: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec.

Warm seas, but little relief from the humidity

The heat is consistent rather than extreme: average daytime highs are 28.3°C, while nights only fall to 26.7°C. With humidity at 81%, that small drop means evenings are unlikely to feel refreshing. Pack loose, light clothing and prioritise somewhere comfortable to cool down at night. Keep strenuous outdoor plans away from midday, and allow time for shade rather than treating the temperature alone as a measure of comfort. The sea is a strong reason to consider June: at 29°C, it is comfortably warm for swimming, though it will not provide a sharp cooling contrast. Sea temperature alone does not tell you whether conditions are safe for a swim.

Plan around rain, not guaranteed sunshine

June is a wet choice, with about 18 rainy days and only around 2.4 hours of sunshine a day despite 12.2 hours of daylight. That leaves plenty of daylight for outdoor plans, but not a reliable stretch of bright sun. The monthly figures do not tell you when rain will arrive or how long each spell will last, so do not assume it will be confined to brief showers. Pack a light waterproof and leave room to change plans rather than committing every day to weather-dependent activities. June makes more sense for travellers content with warmth and swimming opportunities than for anyone whose holiday depends on clear skies.