Climate Insights for Rasdhoo
North Ari Atoll, Maldives
Climate Overview
The climate in Rasdhoo is hot. The average annual temperature is 28°C and approximately 1,786 mm of precipitation falls per year. Rasdhoo receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Rasdhoo sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Rasdhoo is hot. The average annual temperature is 82°F and approximately 70.3 in of precipitation falls per year. Rasdhoo receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Rasdhoo sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Rasdhoo 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.Rasdhoo 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
Rasdhoo is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,786 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 149 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 256 mm of rainfall. May and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 42 mm. That's 214 mm less than November, 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.Rasdhoo is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 70.3 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 5.9 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 10.1 in of rainfall. May and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 1.7 in. That's 8.4 in less than November, 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
Rasdhoo 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 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.Rasdhoo 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 8mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Rasdhoo 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 Rasdhoo 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.