Maldives Meteorological Service

Name: Maldives Meteorological Service
Brand: Maldives Meteorological Service

Up to date as of October 12, 2026

The national weather and seismic service of the Maldives, issuing daily, marine and aviation forecasts, weather alerts for heavy rain, strong wind and rough seas, and earthquake and tsunami warnings.

About Maldives Meteorological Service

The Maldives Meteorological Service is responsible for both weather and seismological services in the country, and the Maldives has been a member of the World Meteorological Organization since 1980. It issues daily weather forecasts, aviation forecasts, marine forecasts and weather warnings, and handles Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami alerts. It runs five meteorological offices, with the main national centre at Hulhulé, plus 20 automated weather stations and tide gauges. Alerts, often colour-coded, are published on its website and shared by government media.

Key Features

Daily Forecasts: Weather for the atolls and Malé region.
Marine Forecasts: Wind and sea conditions for boat trips and transfers.
Weather Alerts: Warnings for heavy rain, thunderstorms and strong wind.
Tsunami Warnings: Earthquake and tsunami alerts for the Indian Ocean.

How to Get Started

Open meteorology.gov.mv to see the current forecast.
Check active alerts and the marine forecast before a speedboat or ferry trip.
Follow the service's official channels for updates.
Check again during the southwest monsoon, when rough weather is more common.

Important Notice

Rough seas can delay or cancel speedboat, ferry and seaplane transfers, so allow spare time before international flights. When an alert is in effect, follow the advice of your resort, the coast guard and local authorities. Forecasts change quickly, so check on the day you travel.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Maldives Meteorological Service work with a foreign bank card in Maldives?: Not reliably — a foreign card may be declined. Check the notice above, or plan to use a local payment method.
Is Maldives Meteorological Service available in English?: Yes, Maldives Meteorological Service has an English-language interface.
Do I need a local phone number to use Maldives Meteorological Service?: No, an international phone number generally works for Maldives Meteorological Service.
Do I need local ID or residency for Maldives Meteorological Service?: No, Maldives Meteorological Service doesn't require local ID or residency for visitors.