Hulhule’ records 61 mph winds as circulations form in far north and south

With the active Hulhangu Monsoon, two circulations have formed in the far north and south of the Maldives, resulting in strong winds.

In a statement on Thursday, the Maldives Meteorological Service said that northern and central atolls have experienced strong average winds and gust winds over the past four days.

According to the weather agency, it recorded gust winds of 61 miles per hour at 10:46 am and 58 miles per hour at 05:40 am on Thursday in Hulhule’. It also recorded winds of 55 miles per hour at 11:10 pm on Wednesday in B. Dharavandhoo.

The heaviest rainfall was recorded in Fuvahmulah City, which saw 120 millimeters of rainfall on Tuesday.

The Meteorological Service said it expects the adverse whether conditions to continue over the Maldives until Monday.

Strong average winds of 15 - 25 miles per hour with fairly widespread rain and occasional squally thundershowers are expected in northern and central area. Average winds of 10 - 20 miles per hour with isolated squally thundershowers are expected in southern area. Gusts winds up to 45 - 55 miles per hour is expected in all areas.

Wave surges are also possible during high tide times on surge prone areas.

The weather agency urged everyone to exercise caution during this period, particularly seafarers, who are advised to consult updated weather information before planning any voyages.