Paradise is a word that is used far too frequently when it comes to describing destinations around the world after all, everyone's idea of paradise is different, however if you are searching for a destination which is the epitome of mainstream beauty, and one which gives you more than enough chances to kick back and relax in some of the most naturally picturesque settings in the world, then Kuredu in the Maldives is certainly the paradise for you! Of course, it doesn't hurt that the weather is fantastic either, with very little variation in temperature no matter what the month.
The Maldives are located close to the equator, so that means warmer temperatures and better conditions for that all-important holiday in the sunshine. The islands are in the Northern Hemisphere, however the seasons can be a little confusing, as they don't really tie in with what you would expect from this region of the world. Put simply, the Maldives don't have a typical summer and winter season, because the weather is quite constant throughout the year, other than in terms of rainfall. The Maldives have a wet and dry season instead.
You can expect an average temperature which barely dips below 30°C all year long, and the glittering waters of the Indian Ocean stay steady at around 28°C, which makes for perfect diving conditions, and a beach holiday to remember. If you've ever dreamed of visiting a resort with those bungalows over the sea, waking up to the impossible blue of the ocean every morning, then this is it.
The great thing about this particular resort is that you're never going to experience much in the way of crowds, due to the fact that there is only one large hotel resort on the island itself. This particular hotel however has everything you could ever need, without really ever needing to leave its grounds. Despite that fact, it is quite easy to stay on a neighbouring island and travel across to the resort via water taxi or sea plane, and this is quite a common occurrence.
The waters around the resort are rich in a variety of different and exotic forms of marine life, and the level is generally best for intermediates to advanced, due to strong currents at certain times. Despite this, there are many instructors on hand to offer advice, and the sights you will see are certainly mind-blowing. The average water temperature from month to month rarely fluctuates, as mentioned before.
You will arrive into the Maldives no matter which resort you're visiting via Male International Airport, and from there you will take an air taxi transfer to Lhaviyani Atoll, where the resort of Kuredu is located this takes around 40 minutes and you get to see the stunning scenery below you. Boat transfers are generally not to be advised, as the waters between Atolls can become choppy, and the time taken can be large you don't want to be wasting time in paradise stuck on a boat transfer.
The climate around this region is generally influenced by two monsoon seasons, meaning that the weather seasons are generally split into the wet season and dry season. There is no particularly bad time to visit the Maldives overall, it's simply a case of hoping in terms of avoiding downpours, which are unpredictable at best, thanks to the tropical nature of the country.
Dry Season
The resort experiences the dry, and therefore the best weather, during the months between December to May, although May can be changeable. This is the dry season, when the sun shines in abundance incidentally, the best month for the most sunshine hours per day on average is April, so this makes visiting the resort for an early summer holiday in your part of the world a fantastic option!
Weather conditions during any month of the year can change rapidly in this part of the world, however conditions are more settled at this time. Those who don't want to endure high humidity and high temperatures may be better visiting towards the end of the season, perhaps during the month of May, to avoid the highest temperature, which tends to occur during March, however temperatures rarely fluctuate too widely no matter what the month and showers can happen at any time, without much warning.
The Maldives are probably one of the most difficult destinations in the world to predict in terms of the weather from day to day. For instance, January is the coldest month of the year, with an average temperature of 28°C hardly chilly!
The north east monsoon brings these more settled conditions, although May will see a little more in terms of rain and wind, with 15 days affected to some degree on average. High humidity can be a problem for many, however there is generally a constant but steady sea breeze, which can make conditions more tolerable throughout the day. Air conditioning is certainly a must do, no matter what month or season you're visiting in.
Wet Season
Although the word 'winter' brings to mind plentiful cold weather and snow, that is a literal impossibility in this part of the world. The south west monsoon is responsible for the wetter weather at this time of the year, often with torrential downpours from time to time and strong winds; storms aren't unusual at this time of year, however when a large storm is coming in, you will have prior notice from locals and forecasts.
Whilst this picture might be one you're looking to avoid, these conditions, as we've mentioned before, are highly unpredictable, so you could have equal chance of visiting and seeing no rain and plentiful sun. Your holiday is unlikely to be a total washout, and rain can often bring refreshing conditions, with blue skies following it.
The onset of this winter period, or wet season, tends to come towards the end of October and into November, when rainfall begins to increase October is the rainiest month of the year with around 16 days of the month affected by rain to some degree on average. This shouldn't stop anyone visiting the resort at this time, as predictability is notoriously difficult, so simply booking and heading off is always your best bet.
We keep mentioning the world 'unpredictable', and whilst that is certainly true, the very slight fluctuation in temperature throughout the whole year, and the steady temperature of the Indian Ocean, means that this resort is one of the most popular in the entire region, with more than enough to keep everyone occupied, including a world-class golf course, fantastic spas, and water-sports to cool down in the heat. Snorkelling and scuba diving is also amongst some of the best in the world, and night-life can be anything between vibrant or laid-back the choice is yours.
Whether it's a honeymoon, special occasion, or simply a break in paradise this is one resort which will tick all those boxes.