Makunudhoo (Haa Dhaalu Atoll)

Island Maldivian inhabited island in Haa Dhaalu Atoll

Makunudhoo in Haa Dhaalu Atoll is a northern Maldivian island valued for offshore diving, big-wave surf spots and clear waters; liveaboards and dive operators include it for pelagic encounters and reef visits.

Makunudhoo (Haa Dhaalu Atoll)
Makunudhoo (Haa Dhaalu Atoll), Maldives
6.4097, 72.7062
Access depends on local schedules and permissions
No public admission (local island governance)

How to Get to Makunudhoo (Haa Dhaalu Atoll) #

Makunudhoo is reached by boat or domestic flight to a nearby larger island, followed by a speedboat or dhoni transfer; inter-atoll travel in the Maldives is highly scheduled and weather-dependent. Visitors should coordinate with local authorities or guesthouses for transfers and permissions.

Tips for Visiting Makunudhoo (Haa Dhaalu Atoll) #

  • Due to its remote location, ensure any visit is supported by local authorities and that fuel and provisions are planned well ahead.
  • Respect local atoll communities and customary rules; Maldives islands have strict regulations on visitation and building.
  • Check weather and sea states carefully - small craft crossings can be subject to change.

Best Time to Visit Makunudhoo (Haa Dhaalu Atoll) #

The northeast monsoon (Nov-Apr) is best for sea access and clear conditions; avoid intense monsoon swells in May-Oct when possible.

Dry season (Nov-Apr)
Nov-Apr · 25-30 °C
Calmer seas and clearer skies; peak tourist season for safe crossings and clarity for diving.
Wet season (May-Oct)
May-Oct · 24-31 °C
Higher humidity and more rain; monsoon swells can affect small-boat travel.

Weather & Climate near Makunudhoo (Haa Dhaalu Atoll) #

Climate

Tropical climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 24°C to 31°C. Abundant rainfall (1595 mm/year), wettest in August.

Best Time to Visit
FebruaryMarchJanuary
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
31°
Warmest Month
25°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is hot, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

86 Excellent

Comfort

30°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
24° 30°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

54 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
11.7h daylight

February

February is hot, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Moderate rainfall (33 mm).

89 Excellent

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
25° 30°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

33 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
11.8h daylight

March

March is hot, feeling like 33°C due to high humidity. Moderate rainfall (35 mm).

89 Excellent

Comfort

33°
Feels Like Hot
29°C
Temperature
26° 31°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

35 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
12.0h daylight

April

April is the hottest month, feeling like 34°C due to high humidity. Moderate rainfall (72 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

84 Excellent

Comfort

34°
Feels Like Hot
29°C
Temperature
27° 31°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

72 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
12.2h daylight

May

May is hot, feeling like 33°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (168 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

68 Good

Comfort

33°
Feels Like Hot
29°C
Temperature
26° 31°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

168 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.3h daylight

June

June is hot, feeling like 33°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (193 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

66 Good

Comfort

33°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
26° 30°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

193 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
12.4h daylight

July

July is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (176 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

66 Good

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
26° 30°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

176 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
12.3h daylight

August

August is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (195 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

68 Good

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
26° 30°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

195 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
12.2h daylight

September

September is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (182 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

68 Good

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
26° 30°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

182 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
12.0h daylight

October

October is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (169 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

72 Very Good

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
25° 30°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

169 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
11.9h daylight

November

November is hot, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (177 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

30°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
25° 30°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

177 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Very High
11.7h daylight

December

December is hot, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (141 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

30°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
25° 30°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

141 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
11.6h daylight

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