World Meteorological Day being observed with focus on climate resilience
Summary
World Meteorological Day 2026 is observed globally with the theme 'Observing Today, Protecting Tomorrow' to emphasize the importance of weather, climate, and water monitoring for saving lives and building resilience.
Key Points
- World Meteorological Day 2026 marks the 76th anniversary of the World Meteorological Organization (WMO).
- The theme for this year is 'Observing Today, Protecting Tomorrow,' focusing on weather, climate, and water monitoring.
- Nepal's Department of Hydrology and Meteorology is conducting programs to raise awareness about weather forecasting and climate change risk reduction.
- Global observation and prediction systems are vital early warning tools that save millions of lives according to the WMO.
