Climate Insights for Kulhudhuffushi
South Thiladhunmathi, Maldives
Climate Overview
The climate in Kulhudhuffushi is hot. The average annual temperature is 28°C and approximately 1,630 mm of precipitation falls per year. May is the wettest month, receiving around 254 mm of rainfall. Kulhudhuffushi sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Kulhudhuffushi is hot. The average annual temperature is 82°F and approximately 64.2 in of precipitation falls per year. May is the wettest month, receiving around 10 in of rainfall. Kulhudhuffushi sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Kulhudhuffushi 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 29°C. October 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 1°C between highs and lows.Kulhudhuffushi has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 6°F range. The warmest month is April, when average highs reach 85°F and the mean temperature sits around 83°F. October 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
Kulhudhuffushi is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,630 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 136 mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 254 mm of rainfall. October and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 23 mm. That's 232 mm less than May, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.Kulhudhuffushi is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 64.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 5.4 in per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 10 in of rainfall. October and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 0.9 in. That's 9.1 in less than May, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.
Wind
Kulhudhuffushi is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 17km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is June, averaging 24km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 13km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 15km/h in winter, 15km/h in spring, 22km/h in summer, 17km/h in autumn.Kulhudhuffushi is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 11mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is June, averaging 15mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 7mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 8mph difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 9mph in winter, 9mph in spring, 14mph in summer, 10mph in autumn.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Kulhudhuffushi 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 Kulhudhuffushi 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.