Male is a city in Maldives. With a population of 103693 it is the 1st city in Maldives.
The closest airport to Male is Velana International Airport, which is 3 km from the city centre.
Male has a tropical monsoon climate which is consistently hot and often humid all year round, but with distinct wet and dry seasons. The average temperature in summer is 29 °C with highs of 34 °C. In winter, average temperature is 28 °C with lows of 25 °C.
Male is well known for vibrant culture, pristine beaches, sprawling greenery, and fascinating landmarks with popular tourist attractions including Male Fish Market, Grand Friday Mosque and Sultan Park. Famous local dishes include Fried Yams, a delicious crunchy snack that are made by frying yams which are very similar to sweet potatoes and Gulha, a typical and popular Maldivian short eat. Gulha are small ball-shaped dumplings that are stuffed with a mixture of tuna, finely chopped onion, grated coconut, and chili. Depending on the cook, turmeric, lime juice and chopped curry leaves are added to the mixture. Once ready, the gulha are deep-fried.
Male Airport
Velana International Airport is also commonly known as Malé International Airport. It is situated 3 km from Malé on Hulhulé Island in the North Malé Atoll. It is the only international airport on the island nation of Maldives. Travellers have several options to get from Velana International Airport to Malé, including taking a ferry, bus, or taxi. The best choice is travelling by ferry, and that takes 10 minutes. Another alternative is by bus, which takes 26 minutes. Taxis are the fastest; they take approximately 6 minutes. Town cars are also available and can take the same time as taxis, but are more costly. The airport is 2 km from Malé, making it easily accessible through a number of transport means.
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When is the best time to visit Malé?
Malé, being the capital of the Maldives, possesses a tropical monsoon climate characterised by hot, humid conditions year-round. However, they have distinct wet and dry seasons. November to April is the best time to go to Malé because the weather is relatively cooler and drier. This is a good time to see the city and the islands around it. At this time of year, the average temperature lies between 28-29°C; there are very few rainy days, but lots of sunshine. The great weather means it is an excellent time for beach and outdoor activities. This, however, is peak tourist season, and that means that prices for hotels and flights are higher.
May to October marks the rainy season, with frequent short showers and some heavy rainfall, particularly in the southern atolls, although sunny periods are common. This season offers better deals for travellers willing to risk occasional storms, and it’s popular with surfers due to improved wave conditions. Despite the possibility of rain, each resort in Maldives is private and features private beaches, so you will always have a peaceful experience, even when more tourists are here. Those who would like to visit when it’s a bit less crowded, however, should consider the end of October, November, and early December—right before the high season—when the weather is beautiful and there are fewer tourists.
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