Experimental Climate Monitoring and Prediction for the Maldives – June 2024

HIGHLIGHTS

Monitored: In May, the northern and central islands received up to 25 mm of rainfall, while remaining islands received less than 10 mm of rainfall. North-westerly winds prevailed for the northern; westerly winds for the central islands and South-westerly winds for the southern islands during the month of May. 

Predictions: ENSO-neutral conditions are present. La Niña is favored to develop during July-September and persist into the Northern Hemisphere winter 2024-25.

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1. Monthly Climatology
2. Rainfall Monitoring
1. Daily Satellite derived Rainfall Estimates
   
2. Monthly Rainfall derived from Satellite Rainfall Estimate
3. Monthly and Seasonal Monitoring
3. Ocean Surface Monitoring
4. Rainfall Predictions
1. Weekly Predictions from NOAA/NCEP
2. Seasonal Predictions from IRI