MMS urges public to remain vigilant as heavy rain clouds forming to the west of the country begin moving over the atolls
22 އޮކްޓޯބަރު 2026 | ބުރާސްފަތި 09:31The Maldives Meteorological Service has urged the public to exercise caution as the southwest monsoon intensifies, with severe weather conditions forecast for the northern and central atolls over the next three days. Authorities have specifically advised seafarers to remain vigilant and monitor weather updates, as strong winds and rough seas are expected across the region.
The Maldives Meteorological Service has forecasted widespread rain across the country over the next three days, as the southwest monsoon is expected to strengthen within the region. | Met Office
The Maldives Meteorological Service has urged the public to remain vigilant as heavy rain clouds forming to the west of the country begin moving over the atolls.
MMS announced on Wednesday that the southwest monsoon has intensified across the region. This intensification, coupled with low-pressure systems forming in the Arabian Sea and the Bay of Bengal, has led to heavy rain clouds developing to the west of the Maldives and moving across the archipelago.
The Maldives Meteorological Service has forecast widespread rain across the country over the next 24 hours, with heavy downpours expected in some islands. Additionally, strong winds and rough seas are anticipated over the next three days, particularly affecting the northern and central atolls.
Furthermore, the National Meteorological Centre has urged everyone, particularly seafarers, to remain vigilant regarding weather conditions and to stay updated with the latest weather forecasts.
