Climate Insights for Olhuvelifushi
Faadhippolhu, Maldives
Climate Overview
The climate in Olhuvelifushi is hot. The average annual temperature is 28°C and approximately 1,774 mm of precipitation falls per year. Olhuvelifushi receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Olhuvelifushi sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Olhuvelifushi is hot. The average annual temperature is 82°F and approximately 69.9 in of precipitation falls per year. Olhuvelifushi receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Olhuvelifushi sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Olhuvelifushi 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. November 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.Olhuvelifushi 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. November 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
Olhuvelifushi is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,774 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 148 mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 270 mm of rainfall. November and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 35 mm. That's 235 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.Olhuvelifushi is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 69.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 5.8 in per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 10.6 in of rainfall. November and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 1.4 in. That's 9.3 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
Olhuvelifushi is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 18km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is May, averaging 22km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, 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 10km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 18km/h in winter, 16km/h in spring, 21km/h in summer, 17km/h in autumn.Olhuvelifushi 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 May, averaging 14mph, 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. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 7mph gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 11mph in winter, 10mph in spring, 13mph in summer, 11mph in autumn.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Olhuvelifushi 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 Olhuvelifushi 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.