Multiple spells of showers are expected in the Northern, North-Central, Eastern and Uva provinces, as well as the Matale and Nuwara Eliya districts. Other parts of the country may experience showers or thundershowers after 1.00 p.m., with the possibility of fairly heavy rainfall exceeding 50 mm in areas of the Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces, and the Galle and Matara districts.
Early morning misty conditions are likely in parts of the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central and Uva provinces.
Authorities urge the public to take necessary precautions to minimize risks associated with temporary strong winds and lightning during thundershowers.
Forecast for Sea Areas – Next 24 Hours
Showers or thundershowers are likely in the sea areas off the coast stretching from Batticaloa to Puttalam via Trincomalee and Kankasanthurai. Evening or nighttime showers may also occur from Puttalam to Matara via Colombo and Galle.
Winds:
North-easterly winds will prevail around the island, with speeds between 20–30 kmph. Stronger winds up to 45 kmph are possible in the sea areas extending from Puttalam to Kankasanthurai via Mannar.
Sea Conditions:
Seas from Puttalam to Kankasanthurai via Mannar may become fairly rough at times.
Other sea areas may remain slight to moderate.
Temporarily strong gusty winds and very rough seas are expected during thundershowers.
Fishermen and naval communities are advised to remain vigilant.
