Maldives Time Now - Current Time in Maldives

What Time Is It in Maldives Right Now?

MaléAsia

Current Time

05:12:58 AM
Saturday, December 13, 2025
GMT+5Indian/Maldives

Country Information

Population

521,000

Capital

Malé

Area

298 km²

Currency

Maldivian Rufiyaa (MVR)

Language

Dhivehi

Time Zone Details

Timezone

Indian/Maldives

UTC Offset

GMT+5

Current Status

Night Time

Country Names & Abbreviations

Country

Maldives

Long Name

Republic of Maldives

Abbreviations

MV, MDV

Global Time Comparison

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Maldives
05:12:58 AM
New York
07:12:58 PM
-10h behind
London
12:12:58 AM
-5h behind
Paris
01:12:58 AM
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Tokyo
09:12:58 AM
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Sydney
11:12:58 AM
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Dubai
04:12:58 AM
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Singapore
08:12:58 AM
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Mumbai
05:42:58 AM
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Time Comparison with Neighboring Countries

Time Differences: India is 0.5h ahead, Sri Lanka is 0.5h ahead.

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Cities in Maldives

CityTime
MaléSat 05:12:58 AM
Addu CitySat 05:12:58 AM
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FuvahmulahSat 05:12:58 AM
KulhudhuffushiSat 05:12:58 AM
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ThinadhooSat 05:12:58 AM

Complete Time Zone Guide for Maldives

SyncMyTime displays accurate time for Malé. Maldives Time (MVT, UTC+5) is maintained year-round.

Time Zone History

Maldives adopted permanent UTC+5 reflecting its Indian Ocean position. The island nation has never observed daylight saving time. MVT facilitates coordination with South Asian markets including major tourism source countries. The time zone reflects the Maldives' position west of India and Sri Lanka.

Culture & Daily Rhythm

Maldivian daily life blends South Asian, Arab, and African influences in a coral island paradise. The five daily prayers structure schedules in this 100% Muslim nation. The workweek runs Sunday-Thursday with Friday-Saturday weekend. Dhivehi is official language. Fishing follows traditional patterns passed through generations. Tourism operates on luxury resort timing. Island geography creates decentralized patterns. Bodu Beru drumming is culturally significant. Climate vulnerability is existential concern.

Why People Check Maldives Time

Many users search Maldives time to organize:

  • Luxury tourism and resort coordination
  • Tuna fishing and export operations
  • Diving and marine tourism timing
  • Seaplane transfer coordination
  • Regional Indian Ocean operations
  • Climate conference and environmental advocacy

What SyncMyTime Offers

SyncMyTime handles all time calculations automatically, so you don't need to manually convert or verify:

  • Displays Maldives's current local time accurately
  • Real-time comparisons with other countries
  • 24/7 accurate updates

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Whether you're coordinating luxury resorts, planning diving expeditions, or managing Maldivian operations, SyncMyTime ensures island paradise timing precision.

Interesting Facts

The Maldives is the world's lowest-lying country, with an average elevation of just 1.5 meters.

The country consists of 1,192 coral islands grouped into 26 atolls.

The Maldives is famous for its luxury overwater bungalows and pristine beaches.

The country is a popular destination for scuba diving and marine life observation.

The Maldives faces significant challenges from climate change and rising sea levels.