About
World Meteorological Day is recognized annually on March 23. This observance marks the founding of the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) in 1950. The WMO operates as a specialized agency of the United Nations, dedicated to fostering international collaboration in areas of atmospheric science, climatology, hydrology, and oceanography.
As an international day, World Meteorological Day does not carry public holiday status in any specific country. Consequently, standard business and government operations typically continue without interruption.
Why it matters
This day highlights the crucial contributions of national meteorological services, essential for public safety and welfare. It serves to increase understanding of climate change impacts, disaster risk reduction strategies, and the necessity of precise weather predictions for achieving sustainable development goals.
By drawing attention to the work of meteorologists and hydrologists worldwide, the observance reinforces the indispensable role of weather and climate science in modern society.
Dates
| Year | Date |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 2021-03-23 |
| 2022 | 2022-03-23 |
| 2023 | 2023-03-23 |
| 2024 | 2024-03-23 |
| 2025 | 2025-03-23 |
| 2026 | 2026-03-23 |
| 2027 | 2027-03-23 |
| 2028 | 2028-03-23 |