Climate Insights for Hithadhoo
Addu Atoll, Maldives
Climate Overview
The climate in Hithadhoo is hot. The average annual temperature is 28°C and approximately 1,742 mm of precipitation falls per year. Hithadhoo receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Hithadhoo sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Hithadhoo is hot. The average annual temperature is 82°F and approximately 68.6 in of precipitation falls per year. Hithadhoo receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Hithadhoo sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Hithadhoo has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 3°C range. The warmest month is April, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 26°C and an average of 27°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 2°C between highs and lows.Hithadhoo has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 5°F range. The warmest month is April, when average highs reach 84°F and the mean temperature sits around 83°F. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 79°F and an average of 81°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Hithadhoo is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,742 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 145 mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 278 mm of rainfall. December and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 70 mm. That's 208 mm less than May, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.Hithadhoo is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 68.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 5.7 in per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 10.9 in of rainfall. December and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 2.8 in. That's 8.2 in less than May, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.
Wind
Hithadhoo is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 15km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 19km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 12km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 7km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Hithadhoo is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 9mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 12mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 7mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Hithadhoo based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Hithadhoo based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.