Monthly Climate Monitoring and Prediction for the Maldives
(30 April 2026)
Highlights
Monitored:
In April, the central islands received 2 – 5 mm of rainfall and the remaining islands received less. North-Easterly winds prevailed for the northern islands; while North-Westerly winds prevailed for the southern and central islands of Maldives during the month of March.
Predictions:
ENSO-neutral conditions are present and are favored through April-June 2026 (80% chance). In May-July 2026, El Niño is likely to emerge (61% chance) and persist through at least the end of 2026.