Maldives not at risk from tsunami after major Russia earthquake

The Maldives Meteorological Service confirmed that the Indian Ocean remains unaffected by the seismic event.

30 July 2025

Southwest monsoon begins; bad weather ahead

According to the Met office, due to the strong westerly winds over the Maldives, the weather is likely to be rough over the weekend.

4 May 2023

Wall to combat sea swells offers limited protection

The Meteorological Department has issued a white alert for high tides in some parts of the country.

6 November 2022

Feel-like temperature in Maldives capital reaches 46 degrees

Conditions are likely to shift to ENSO-neutral by April-June, and the odds of La Nina developing in June-August 2024 have risen to 55%.

4 April 2024

Is Maldives seeing increased rainfall?

MET statistics show that daily precipitation rates have increased.

5 September 2022

Haze not linked to climate change: MET

HPA has highlighted the need to be careful during air pollution, saying haze can lead to some health issues.

11 January 2023

Thick haze engulfs central Maldives; visibility reduced by 60%

If visibility is less than 5 km, it is always brought to the notice of the public.

10 January 2023

Heavy rain, rough seas to continue in north, central Maldives

It has been two days since a white alert has been issued for several parts of the country, including the central Maldives.

17 October 2022