School students instructed to wear activity uniform as temperatures sizzle

Students have been instructed to wear their activity uniform to school, as the Maldives observes its seasonally warmest period.

Several parents told Sun that they have received messages from the school management saying that students may wear their activity uniform throughout the week in light of the sizzling temperatures.

While multiple parents confirm receiving these notifications, the Education Ministry was not immediately available for comment regarding the decision.

The Maldives generally observes its warmest period from March to April.

The winds tend to weaken during this period, and with clear skies and persistently high humidity, the air temperature becomes more pronounced.

These conditions also reduce the diurnal temperature range, resulting in higher “feels-like” temperature.

Information released by the Maldives Meteorological Service shows the feels-like temperature has risen as high as 38 degrees Celsius last week.

It is expected to be even warmer in April.

The Health Protection Agency (HPA) advises the public to limit outdoor activities during daytime to beat the heat.

Tips shared by HPA:

• Infants, children, older adults, pregnant women, and outdoor workers should take extra precautions.
• Avoid direct sun exposure between 10:00 am and 04:00 pm.
• Stay well-hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids.
• Wear light, loose clothing and seek shade whenever possible.
• Be alert to signs of heat-related illness.