What to Wear in the Maldives in August (31°C)

Highs31°C (88°F)

Lows26°C (79°F)

Rainy days~13

Daylight12 h

CrowdsModerate

August averages for Malé (Velana Airport). Source

August is warm and showery, popular with European summer holidays. Quick-dry beachwear and a light rain jacket.

☀️ By day

Quick-dry swimwear and cover-ups.

🌙 Evening

Light linen and a wrap for breezy evenings.

What's on in August

Typical dates. Many festivals follow lunar calendars, so check this year's dates before you book.

August

Family-heavy resorts with lots of kids' clubs. Pack rash guards for the whole family.

August

A great month for big marine life. Pack your own snorkel mask that fits properly.

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Resorts: swimwear, cover-ups and resort-casual are fine everywhere.
Local islands and Malé: cover shoulders and knees; bikinis only on designated bikini beaches.
Mosques: long, loose clothing; women cover their hair.