Met Office launches ‘Moosun’ app, upgraded website with real-time weather info

The Maldives Meteorological Service (Met Office), on Sunday, has officially launched its redesigned website and Moosun mobile application, featuring real-time weather information.

The platforms were inaugurated by Minister of Climate Change, Environment and Energy Ali Shareef during a special ceremony held at Meeruma.

According to the Met Office, the previous version of the application provided weather information from only five stations across the country. The upgraded version, however, offers weather data for 516 locations, including inhabited islands, resorts, industrial islands, airports and uninhabited islands.

The agency also stated that the application will provide regional weather forecasts updated every three hours. Users will also be able to access weather radar data, satellite imagery and earthquake information.

Available in both Dhivehi and English, the application will also deliver real-time severe weather alerts through push notifications, the Met Office noted.

Speaking at the ceremony, Minister Shareef said the primary objective of the upgrade was to provide a comprehensive and user-friendly platform offering accurate and detailed daily weather information. He also highlighted that the application was developed by a Maldivian team, taking previous experiences and public needs into consideration.

During the ceremony, State Minister Ibrahim Mimrah delivered a technical demonstration of the upgraded system.

The digital platforms were developed under the Thayyaaru project, a joint initiative by the Met Office and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) to strengthen early warning systems for weather-related disasters. The project was funded by the Chinese government's Global Development and South-South Cooperation Fund.

Addressing the ceremony, UNDP Resident Representative to the Maldives Adnan Cheema said the application would help ensure that official forecasts, maritime information and weather alerts reach those who need them in a timely and efficient manner. He also emphasised that accessibility for all members of the community was a key priority in developing the platform.

MMS has officially launched its redesigned website and upgraded Moosun app! Download or visit today to get the latest weather updates. @cidcaofficial News: https://t.co/f6qaKJgx9d https://t.co/P6qPeyIHHG

— Maldives Meteorology (@MetMaldives) November 8, 2026

The Met Office confirmed that its redesigned official website is now live, while the upgraded Moosun mobile application is available for download on both iOS and Android devices.

The Maldives Meteorological Service is the national authority responsible for monitoring weather conditions and issuing official forecasts and warnings. Its core responsibilities include monitoring regional weather patterns, providing regular updates to the public and seafarers, issuing alerts for heavy rain, rough seas and storms, and supplying essential meteorological data for maritime and aviation services.