The Maldives Meteorological Service is monitoring the development of El Niño in the Pacific Ocean and its possible impact on weather conditions in the Maldives.
El Niño is a natural climate phenomenon caused by unusually warm sea surface temperatures in the Pacific Ocean. It affects global weather patterns and can have significant consequences for climate, ecosystems and economies.
The phenomenon typically lasts between nine and 12 months, although it can continue for longer in some cases. It occurs irregularly every two to seven years.
In a statement, the Met Office said El Niño is currently forming, with sea surface temperatures in the central and eastern Pacific rising above normal levels. The agency said the phenomenon could affect rainfall patterns in the Maldives, with the impact depending on its timing and intensity.
According to the Met Office, El Niño could lead to both increased and reduced rainfall in the Maldives under different conditions. The agency said it is continuing to monitor developments and assess the possible effects on the country’s climate.
However, the Met Office noted that El Niño is not the only factor influencing rainfall in the Maldives. Other climate systems, including the Indian Ocean Dipole and the Madden-Julian Oscillation, also affect weather conditions in the region.
