What to Wear in the Maldives in December (30°C)

Highs30°C (86°F)

Lows26°C (79°F)

Rainy days~12

Daylight12 h

CrowdsPeak season

December averages for Malé (Velana Airport). Source

December brings the dry season and the festive peak — resorts are full over Christmas and New Year. Swimwear, elegant resort wear and a party outfit.

☀️ By day

Beachwear, plus your best resort-evening outfits.

🌙 Evening

A gala outfit for Christmas and New Year's Eve.

What's on in December

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

December 24 and 31

Many resorts hold compulsory gala dinners with dress codes, such as all-white or "elegant". Pack a dressy outfit and flat sandals that work on sand.

Mid-December to April

The highest prices and the calmest seas. Book early.

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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.