The Department of Meteorology says showers or thundershowers may occur at a few locations in the Galle, Matara, Kalutara, and Rathnapura districts after 2.00 p.m. today.
Mainly fair weather is expected to prevail in the rest of the island. However, misty conditions are likely during the early morning hours in parts of the Sabaragamuwa, Central, and North-Central provinces, as well as in the Badulla and Kurunegala districts.
The general public is advised to take adequate precautions against possible damage caused by temporary localized strong winds and lightning associated with thundershowers.
Sea Area Weather Forecast (Next 24 Hours)
Rain Conditions
Showers may occur at a few places in the sea areas off the coast from Pottuvil to Batticaloa.
Showers or thundershowers are expected at a few places in the sea areas from Kalutara to Matara via Galle during the evening or night.
Mainly fair weather will prevail in other sea areas around the island.
Winds
Winds will be north-easterly, with speeds of 30–40 kmph.
Wind speeds may increase up to 50 kmph at times in the sea areas from Kalutara to Mannar via Colombo and Puttalam, and from Matara to Pottuvil via Hambantota.
Sea Conditions
Sea areas from Kalutara to Mannar via Colombo and Puttalam, and from Matara to Pottuvil via Hambantota, will be rough at times.
Other sea areas will be moderate.
Temporarily strong gusty winds and very rough seas can be expected during thundershowers.
