☀️ Yes! Average temperature: 29°C
Yes! Average temperatures of 29°C make it pleasantly warm and ideal for sun-seekers. Maldives in December has an average air temperature of 29°C with sea temperatures around 28°C. You can expect 8 hours of sunshine per day and 85mm of rainfall, which means moderate rainfall — some wet days expected.
At 28°C the sea is like a warm bath — perfect for swimming, snorkelling, and diving. With 8 hours of daily sunshine, there's plenty of time to enjoy outdoor activities. Bring summer clothes, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a light cardigan for air-conditioned venues.
Maldives is one of the top warm destinations for December holidays from the UK. The average flight time from the UK is comfortable and there are usually good deals available for this time of year.
Here's how Maldives stacks up against similar destinations in December:
| Destination | Air °C | Sea °C | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maldives | 29°C | 28°C | 85mm | 8h |
| Bora Bora | 29°C | 28°C | 220mm | 6h |
| Fiji | 29°C | 28°C | 220mm | 6h |
| Komodo | 29°C | 28°C | 170mm | 6h |
| Lombok | 29°C | 28°C | 200mm | 6h |
| Palawan | 29°C | 28°C | 60mm | 7h |
See how Maldives's temperature changes throughout the year:
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Yes, Maldives in December has average temperatures of 29°C, making it a warm destination. Sea temperatures are 28°C.
Yes, the sea temperature of 28°C is very comfortable for swimming.
Bring summer clothes, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a light cardigan for air-conditioned venues.
December is an excellent time to visit Maldives with warm weather and 8 hours of daily sunshine.
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