Marshall Islands
Geographical & General info
- Capital: Majuro
- Population: approx. 42,000
- Languages: Marshallese, English
- Area: 181 km²
- Time Zone: UTC+12 (MHT)
- Currency: United States dollar (USD)
- Flag colors: Blue, orange, white
- National Day: May 1 (Constitution Day)
- National Anthem: Forever Marshall Islands
- Neighboring countries: None (island nation in the Pacific Ocean)
Top 15 Largest cities
- Majuro (Delap-Uliga-Djarrit)
- Ebeye (Kwajalein Atoll)
- Laura
- Ajeltake
- Rairok
- Enewetak
- Wotje
- Jaluit (Jaluit Atoll)
- Kili
- Arno (Arno Atoll)
- Mili
- Likiep
- Mejit
- Ailuk
- Namdrik
Top 15 Attractions
- Bikini Atoll (UNESCO World Heritage Site & Wreck Diving)
- Majuro Atoll & Lagoon
- Laura Beach & Park
- Kwajalein Atoll & WWII Wrecks
- Alele Museum & Public Library (Majuro)
- Arno Atoll Lagoon
- Eneko Island
- Mili Atoll WWII Relics
- Kalalin Pass (Shark Diving Site)
- Jaluit Atoll Conservation Area
- Utirik Atoll
- Bikendrik Island Resort
- Likiep Atoll Historic Village
- Wotje Atoll Lagoon
- Rongelap Atoll
Climate and Nature
The Marshall Islands feature a hot, humid tropical climate moderated by trade winds. Its geography comprises 29 low-lying coral atolls and 5 isolated islands arranged in two parallel chains (Ratak and Ralik). The marine ecosystem is renowned for pristine coral reefs and historical WWII shipwrecks.
Culture and Gastronomy
Marshallese Micronesian culture is deeply tied to seafaring, master navigation, and communal living. Cuisine relies on fresh ocean fish, coconut, breadfruit, pandanus fruit, and taro, complemented by staple imported goods.
Economy
The economy depends heavily on financial assistance provided by the United States under the Compact of Free Association. Key local economic activities include copra production, commercial fishing rights licensing, and operating a large global ship registry.
Did you know?
- Bikini Atoll was the site of 23 U.S. nuclear tests between 1946 and 1958, including the massive Castle Bravo hydrogen bomb detonation?
- Designer Louis Réard named the 'bikini' swimsuit in 1946 after Bikini Atoll, hoping for an explosive cultural reaction?
- Traditional Marshallese navigators created intricate 'stick charts' out of coconut fronds and shells to read ocean swells and wave patterns?
- Kwajalein Atoll encloses one of the largest lagoons in the world by surface area enclosed by a coral reef?
- The Marshall Islands operate one of the world's largest commercial ship registries, with thousands of vessel flying its flag?
Live footage: Discover Marshall Islands via webcams and livestreams
Watch the most current webcams in Marshall Islands and enjoy real-time footage from beautiful locations. Whether you want to check the current weather, see the crowds at points of interest, or simply want to daydream with a livestream from Marshall Islands: our interactive map points you to the best camera viewpoints.
All webcam locations in Marshall Islands: Weather & Info
In the list below you'll find all available webcams from Marshall Islands in alphabetical order. Click on a city for the full live connection, current temperature, wind speed and local weather conditions for that specific place.
