Climate Insights for Thimarafushi
Kolhumadulu, Maldives
Climate Overview
The climate in Thimarafushi is hot. The average annual temperature is 28°C and approximately 1,855 mm of precipitation falls per year. Thimarafushi receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Thimarafushi sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Thimarafushi is hot. The average annual temperature is 82°F and approximately 73 in of precipitation falls per year. Thimarafushi receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Thimarafushi sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Thimarafushi 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.Thimarafushi 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
Thimarafushi is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,855 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 155 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 280 mm of rainfall. May and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 68 mm. That's 212 mm less than November, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.Thimarafushi is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 73 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 6.1 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 11 in of rainfall. May and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 2.7 in. That's 8.3 in less than November, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.
Wind
Thimarafushi is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 16km/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 21km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter 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 9km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Thimarafushi is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 10mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is May, averaging 13mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, 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 5mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Thimarafushi 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 Thimarafushi 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.