Madaveli

Island

Madaveli is an inhabited island in the Maldives; visitors typically come for beaches, local island life and nearby reefs offering snorkeling and fishing excursions.

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Madaveli essentials

Country: Maldives
Driest months: Feb-Apr
Pay in: Rufiyaa (ރ.)
Language: Divehi
Emergency: 119

Madaveli at a Glance

When to Go

Best Time to Visit Madaveli

Madaveli, like most Maldivian inhabited islands, is most easily visited in the dry season (Nov-Apr) when boat and air transfers are most reliable.

Dry season (November-April)
Nov-Apr · 25-31°C (77-88°F)
Lower rainfall, calmer seas-best time for boat transfers and snorkeling visibility.
Monsoon/Green season (May-October)
May-Oct · 24-30°C (75-86°F)
More rain and wind, but often cheaper fares and lush inland vegetation; expect intermittent heavy showers.

Weather & Climate near Madaveli

Climate

Tropical climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 26°C to 32°C. Heavy rainfall (2339 mm/year), wettest in December.

Air Quality: AQI 34 Good
Best Time to Visit
FebruaryJanuarySeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
31°
Warmest Month
25°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Very Good 27° - 31° 34° 196 mm partly cloudy 80% 2.5 m/s 2.5 extreme 12.0h
February Very Good 26° - 31° 34° 102 mm some cloud 79% 2.2 m/s 2.7 extreme 12.0h
March Good 27° - 32° 35° 131 mm some cloud 77% 2.2 m/s 2.8 extreme 12.0h
April Good 27° - 32° 36° 165 mm partly cloudy 79% 2.3 m/s 2.6 extreme 12.0h
May Acceptable 27° - 31° 36° 243 mm partly cloudy 80% 2.8 m/s 2.3 extreme 12.0h
June Good 27° - 31° 35° 174 mm overcast 80% 4.2 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.0h
July Good 27° - 30° 33° 181 mm overcast 79% 4.4 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.0h
August Good 26° - 30° 33° 187 mm overcast 80% 3.9 m/s 2.3 extreme 12.0h
September Very Good 26° - 30° 33° 222 mm partly cloudy 80% 3.2 m/s 2.4 extreme 12.0h
October Good 26° - 31° 33° 270 mm partly cloudy 80% 2.4 m/s 2.4 extreme 12.0h
November Good 26° - 31° 34° 196 mm partly cloudy 82% 1.7 m/s 2.3 extreme 12.0h
December Acceptable 26° - 31° 34° 272 mm partly cloudy 81% 1.4 m/s 2.3 extreme 12.0h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Madaveli

Inter-island transport is by scheduled speedboat or local ferry from larger atoll hubs; some islands also have seaplane connections via Malé for longer distances. Confirm local schedules with the island council or guesthouse prior to travel.

Tips for Visiting Madaveli

  • If arriving by local ferry, confirm schedules in advance-inter-island services run infrequently and can be delayed by weather.
  • Respect local rules and dress codes on inhabited islands-many Maldive islands have conservative norms compared with resort islands.
  • Carry small change for local shops; ATMs may not be available and credit-card acceptance varies.