Showers or thundershowers are expected in several areas across the island

Rain and thunderstorms are likely after 1.00 p.m. in the North-Central, Uva, Eastern, Central, and Sabaragamuwa provinces, as well as in Kurunegala, Vavuniya, Mullaittivu, and Hambantota districts. Some areas may experience fairly heavy rainfall exceeding 75 mm.

Additionally, a few showers are expected in the Western Province and in Galle, Matara, and Puttalam districts.

The public is advised to take precautions against possible damages from temporary localized strong winds and lightning during thundershowers.

Marine Weather Advisory:

Light showers are expected in sea areas off the coast from Colombo to Matara via Galle.

Winds will be westerly to south-westerly, with speeds between 30-40 kmph, potentially increasing to 50-55 kmph in areas off the coast from Colombo to Hambantota via Galle.

The sea condition in these regions will be rough at times, and wave heights could increase to 2.5 to 3.0 meters between Colombo and Matara via Galle.

Fishermen and naval communities are urged to be vigilant due to the possible rough sea conditions.