Maldives in August: holiday features

Rest in the Maldives is the dream of every inhabitant of a big city. There is no fuss and noise, dust and big roads, and everything that surrounds - snow-white hot sand, warm waves of the turquoise Indian Ocean and the sun, which shines brightly over the islands all year round. Nevertheless, in different months the temperature regime and the amount of precipitation here are somewhat different. In the article we will talk about what the Maldives will be like in August and what you need to consider when going here in the last summer month.

What are they, the Maldives?

Maldives is a huge archipelago that stretches in the waters of the Indian Ocean. In its limits, there are over 1100 islands-atolls, which, like small and large paradise oases, are scattered in huge blue waters. Local residents are immigrants from various countries of the Middle East, who brought here with a culture, traditions and customs. Therefore the Maldivian Republic, although it is an autonomous state with its own attributes, is very multifaceted and interesting. Mostly Islam is practiced here, although Buddhists are occasionally found. It is also important to know that there is a very small population in this state. The majority of the people who are here are tourists who, regardless of the time of the year, come to the islands and stop at expensive hotels and cottages.

August weather conditions

As in Moscow, the weather in the Maldives in August is very wet and rainy. It is at this time that the maximum amount of precipitation is due to which the air itself becomes filled with moisture. Nevertheless, the Maldivian rains last a very short time - not more than half an hour, and immediately after the downpour subsides, the southern sun begins to heat up again. With all this, the air on the coasts of the islands warms to 32-34 degrees, and the temperature of sea waves reaches 28 degrees Celsius. Note that the Maldives in August are also characterized by increased windiness. Here by the evening a very cool breeze can arise, which will make you wear a blouse. In the daytime, it's always hot outside and even a little bit stuffy.

Water activities in the Maldives in August

Due to the fact that at the end of summer on the islands the weather becomes completely unpredictable, but at the same time warm, a lot of divers and windsurfers come here. You can also do one of these sports by renting all the necessary equipment in your hotel. Also, having ordered the instructor's services at a very reasonable price, you will be able to master one of the water sports and get a lot of new impressions. Another common occupation in the Maldives is snorkeling. If you are afraid of diving under the water with the balloons, then diving into shallow depths will be very exciting for you. And, of course, water skiing, parachute jumping and other extreme entertainments are popular here.

Central Resorts

Often, the end destination of tourists from different countries, going to the Maldives in August, are atolls Male: North or South. Both resorts have very developed infrastructure, full service and high quality service. Here, almost all year round, people windsurf, parachute and ride speedboats and water motorcycles. Also in this tourist center, you can always rent a helicopter and go on an excursion, during which you can see all the sights of the district. In addition, it is from Male that there are paths to various other resorts of the state, among which there is a completely unexplored exotic: deserted, uninhabited islands.

A desert surrounded by the ocean

The atoll called Baa includes fifty islands, but only fifteen are equipped for a good rest among them. The resort is famous for the fact that there is no fuss, there is no huge influx of tourists. All who come here settle for their bungalows and cottages, and rest on their own areas for them near the ocean. Also here you can rent a boat and go to one of the uninhabited islands to fully enjoy the peace and quiet. However, do not forget that the Maldives in August can "please" all their guests with rains. Therefore, preview the forecast in advance, and then poison to where the roof - the sky is blue.

Finally

The amazing archipelago, surrounded by the Indian Ocean, can please a variety of its services to every tourist. There is everything from standard surfing schools to scuba diving and feeding skates. Therefore, the right way to relax and usefully spend your money is to go to the Maldives in August. Prices for tours at the end of summer will be very acceptable for everyone. For 10 days of staying here you will pay something in the range of 50-70 thousand rubles, taking into account the flight from Moscow and insurance.