Scattered Rain Showers Forecasted Nationwide in the Maldives

The northern and central atolls are anticipated to encounter scattered showers over the next two days, while islands in the southern atolls will experience similar conditions on Friday, escalating to heavy rain showers in certain regions on Saturday.

From 8 am Tuesday to 8 am Wednesday, Alifushi island of Raa atoll witnessed heavy rainfall, with 70.4 millimeters recorded. Other islands experienced varying degrees of rainfall during this period: Makunudhoo island of Haa Dhaal atoll received 45.7 millimeters, Komandoo island of Shaviyani atoll had 30.5 millimeters, Maafaru island of Noonu atoll recorded 25.5 millimeters, Hanimaadhoo island of Haa Dhaal atoll had 12.5 millimeters, Malé City experienced 12 millimeters, Funadhoo island in Shaviyani atoll received eight millimeters, and Hulhulé experienced 7.8 millimeters.

Between 8 am Wednesday and 8 am Thursday, Gan district of Addu City in the southernmost region experienced 30 millimeters of rainfall, while Fuvahmulah City recorded 15 millimeters. Other areas reported lesser amounts of rainfall during this period: Gemanafushi island in Gaaf Alif atoll received 7.5 millimeters, Thinadhoo City had 6.2 millimeters, Kaadedhdhoo island in Gaaf Dhaal atoll recorded 4.5 millimeters, and Hithadhoo district in Addu City received 3.4 millimeters.

The Maldives frequently faces heavy rain showers and adverse weather conditions during both the southwest and northeast monsoons. These conditions often lead to uprooted trees, damaged roofs, and debris causing significant harm to houses. Additionally, the squally weather poses challenges for agriculture on some islands and presents hazards for seafarers and fishermen. Some islands have also reported swell wave surges during high tides.