Climate weather - March 2026
World Meteorological Day 2026
World Meteorological Day focuses attention on weather, climate and water data, and on the early-warning systems communities use as climate risks grow.
CountrySwitzerland
CityGeneva
VenueWorld Meteorological Organization
Dates23 March 2026
What to know
- The observance is tied to the World Meteorological Organization and the role of weather, climate and water services.
- It is a climate-weather moment rather than a daily forecast page: the focus is data, warnings and preparedness.
- Early-warning systems are a core link between scientific monitoring and practical public safety.
- The date sits before the northern-hemisphere severe-weather and hurricane planning season ramps up.
Climate-weather focus
| Day | Stage | What happens |
|---|---|---|
| Before 23 Mar | Preparedness | Meteorological services and educators prepare campaign material and local outreach. |
| 23 Mar | Observance day | Weather, climate and water services are highlighted through public communication. |
| After 23 Mar | Follow-up | Communities can connect the message to seasonal readiness and risk planning. |
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Sources: WMO World Meteorological Day 2026 external
Updated 14 May 2026