The Maldives Meteorological Service (Met Office) has forecasted below-average rainfall and higher-than-normal temperatures for much of the country in June.
According to the outlook, which is based on global climate models and regional meteorological research, rainfall is expected to be lower than the seasonal average, while temperatures across all regions of the Maldives are projected to remain above typical levels.
The forecast indicates that both the maximum daytime temperatures and the minimum nighttime temperatures will be slightly higher than the historical norms.
The Met Office noted that last year’s data also showed a decline in rainfall. Records from five meteorological stations across the country revealed that precipitation levels in June 2025 were lower than average.
According to the office, historical data from 1991 to 2020 shows that Hanimaadhoo receives an average of 229 mm of rain in June; however, only 176 mm was recorded last year. Similarly, while Hulhumale’ typically sees 146 mm of rainfall, it received only 96 mm during the same period last year.
The most significant disparity was recorded at the Kadhdhoo station. While Kadhdhoo usually averages 112 mm of rain in June, it received just 56 mm last year—less than half of its seasonal average.
Additionally, Kaadedhdhoo recorded 102 mm of rainfall, while Gan in Addu City received 139 mm.
Temperature records over the past 35 years show that maximum temperatures across various regions of the Maldives typically range between 31.2°C and 31.9°C, while minimum temperatures generally fluctuate between 25.2°C and 26.9°C.
