Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for May
| Metric | Male | Maldives | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 28°C (82°F) | 28°C (82°F) | Tie |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 27°C (81°F) | 27°C (81°F) | Tie |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 24 days | 24 days | Tie |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 227 mm | 227 mm | Tie |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 10h/day | 10h/day | Tie |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 82% | 82% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 8 | 8 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 26 km/h | 26 km/h | Tie |
Male and Maldives are closely matched in May. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.
Male sits in the comfortable travel range at 28°C. Maldives is also comfortable at 28°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, both cities are equally dry in May.
Male reaches an average high of 28°C (82°F) and drops to 27°C (81°F) at night during May. The daily temperature range is 1°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.
Maldives averages 28°C (82°F) for the high and 27°C (81°F) for the low, with a daily range of 1°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in May.
Male receives approximately 227 mm of rainfall across 24 rain days during May. Rain is frequent, so waterproof gear is essential.
Maldives sees 227 mm over 24 rain days. Both cities are equally rainy this month.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 82%.
Highs of 28°C, lows of 27°C, 24 rain days
Highs of 28°C, lows of 27°C, 24 rain days
Pack for both: lightweight breathable clothing, sunscreen SPF 50+, sunglasses, a wide-brimmed hat, waterproof jacket, compact umbrella, waterproof shoes, moisture-wicking fabrics. These items are useful in either destination during May.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. May is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Male | Maldives | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 27°C | 11d | 27°C | 11d |
| Feb | 28°C | 7d | 28°C | 7d |
| Mar | 28°C | 9d | 28°C | 9d |
| Apr | 29°C | 17d | 29°C | 17d |
| May | 28°C | 24d | 28°C | 24d |
| Jun | 28°C | 18d | 28°C | 18d |
| Jul | 28°C | 18d | 28°C | 18d |
| Aug | 28°C | 17d | 28°C | 17d |
| Sep | 28°C | 19d | 28°C | 19d |
| Oct | 28°C | 21d | 28°C | 21d |
| Nov | 27°C | 20d | 27°C | 20d |
| Dec | 27°C | 19d | 27°C | 19d |
Male Weather in May
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