Maldives Meteorological Service has issued a White Alert applying to all atolls except Addu, forecasting heavy rains and thunderstorms. 

The White Alert, from Haa Alifu atoll to Fuvahmulah City, is in effect from 2pm until 8pm today. During this period, MET forecasts heavy rain and thunderstorms, with gusts of 35mph in the area. 

Yesterday, MET announced that heavy rain showers, which could cause flooding on some islands, is expected over a large part of the country until Wednesday this week. 

In an earlier statement, MET stated that widespread rain with occasional heavy showers and thunderstorms are expected across the country. 

They stated that central and northern atolls will see northwest and northerly winds at 5 to 15mph, and other regions can expect west and northwesterly winds at 7 to 17mph, with gusts of 35mph forecast everywhere. 

Seas are expected to be slightly rough over the northern and central atolls, while the south may see moderate to rough conditions. Wave heights are expected to be between 2 to 4 feet high in north and central atolls, and 3 to 6 feet high in the south. 

Maldives has two monsoons; the Iruvai (Northeast) Monsoon lasts from January through March, and Hulhan'gu (Southwest) Monsoon stretches from May until November. April and December are considered transitional months.