Maldives in May: Dope or Nope?

The Maldives is one of the best destinations for International holidays. If you’re planning to visit Maldives in May, then you will get to experience the dreamy azure blue waters, white sandy beaches, amazing reefs & aquatic life. It all makes for the perfect recipe for a beachside getaway. If you want to escape the 9-5 grind and come back with your batteries recharged, then Maldives is the perfect for you. You might be wondering, though, how this gorgeous country feels like in the month of May? Is it a good time to be there? Well, this blog should answer all of the common questions that you might have.

How’s the Maldives Temperature in May?

Well, it is said that the best time to visit Maldives is from November till April. The Maldives weather in May is pleasant and is called the monsoon season. It is also considered to be an offseason during monsoons. 

Maldives is an evergreen destination, hence the temperatures aren’t too different from the rest of the year, though. The Maldives temperature in May is said to average about 28-31 °C. This is because the monsoon season in the Maldives isn’t quite like the ones we have here in India.

During this season, you can expect some light showers in the city during the early mornings or late evenings. These showers last for 10-20 minutes on average. A continuous downpour isn’t that common even in the monsoon season. There is, however, a small risk; weather is a force of nature after all but the same risk stands across the year as we have seen heavy rains and storms even during peak seasons.

Reasons to Visit Maldives in May:

It’s Extremely Peaceful

Being an off-season in Maldives in May, the island is less crowded during this time. Resorts during peak season reach bursting levels of occupancy which makes it difficult to secure dining reservations at restaurants while beaches remain busy and the overall environment becomes chaotic. However, during May, when occupancy in the Maldives resorts is lower, you might be one of the few guests there. The experience of being on an island resort with very few people around and all the attention of the staff being focused and showered on you does make the experience even more intimate and enjoyable.

Reasons to Visit Maldives in May

Awesome Deals In Maldives

As a result of the offseason, prices for resorts and stays, in general, will also be on the cheaper side. We have seen resorts drop their prices by up to 50% during in Maldives in May and some even offer other niceties like free meal plan upgrades or free activities. Travelling during May to the Maldives is definitely going to end up being more light on the wallet overall. This can either help you book a cheaper Maldives honeymoon package or open up other experiences that weren’t previously affordable.

A More Relaxed Vacation

With the off-season, comes a more relaxed vacation as well. You have more slots for everything available, you aren’t fighting for rooms, resorts are much more peaceful with a small number of guests around. You can take things at your pace and not try to tune things based on circumstances. It allows you to truly turn your brain off and live in the moment.

Reasons to Visit Maldives in May

Some Tips and Tricks

1. Book your vacation in advance to get the best deals, booking in the last minute might end up costing anywhere between 1.5x to 2x more for resort bookings.
2. Drinking water is a limited resource in Maldives. If you have space in your luggage, throw in a few bottles of water and avoid paying the 5-10 USD per bottle that resorts charge.
3. Get an all-inclusive meal plan package that covers all three meals and unlimited beverages and alcohol. Meals and drinks are very pricey when purchased a la carte at resorts. To give you an example, orange juice might end up costing you anywhere between 10-20 USD based on the resort. So you might end up paying more on the trip if you don’t pick the right meal plan.
4. Booking an all-inclusive meal plan is a must if you consume alcohol. Maldives being a Muslim country doesn’t serve alcohol or allow the purchase of it on any of its public islands. Private island resorts have special licenses to sell liquor and they can be very pricey with beers starting at 15 USD. It’s illegal to bring alcohol into the country as well and it will be seized at entry.

If you are looking for a romantic Maldives trip or a group vacation to Maldives with your friends, then Maldives in May is the best time to book your Maldives tour package at a reasonable rate, but surely the memories you make will be precious!