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What to wear in the Maldives in February

By PackTheLook · Updated 28 October 2026

Highs31°C (88°F)
Lows26°C (79°F)
Rainy days~3
Daylight12 h
CrowdsPeak season

February averages for Malé (Velana Airport). Source

February is the driest, sunniest month — ideal for honeymoons and snorkelling. Pack light: swimwear, kaftans and sun protection.

☀️ By day

Swimwear and a rash guard for snorkelling. It is the driest month.

🌙 Evening

A breezy maxi dress or linen shirt.

What's on in February

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

Ramadan (2027: about 8 Feb – 9 Mar)

Moves about 11 days earlier each year

Resorts run as normal. On local islands and in Malé, be extra modest, with shoulders and knees covered, and discreet about eating and drinking in daylight.

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Dress code

  • 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.

Full dress code, activities and common mistakes →

Good weather elsewhere in February

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