Mainly dry weather will prevail elsewhere over the island
In the evening or night, showers and thundershowers may occur in Galle, Matara, Kaluthara, and Rathnapura districts. However, the rest of the island will experience mainly dry conditions.
Misty conditions are also expected in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, Uva, and North-central provinces, as well as in Kurunegala district, particularly in the mornings.
The general public is advised to take necessary precautions to minimize the risk of damage caused by temporary localized strong winds and lightning during thundershowers. Stay updated with the latest weather advisories and remain safe during adverse weather conditions.
WEATHER FORECAST FOR SEA AREAS AROUND THE ISLAND DURING NEXT 24 HOURS
Issued at 05.30 a.m. on 23 February 2025
Condition of Rain: |
Mainly fair weather will prevail over the sea areas around the island. |
Winds: |
Winds will be north-easterly and speed will be (20-30) kmph. Wind speed can increase up to 40 kmph at times in the sea areas off the coast extending from Negombo to Mannar via Puttalam and from Matara to Pottuvil via Hambantota. |
State of Sea: |
The sea areas off the coasts extending fromNegombo to Mannar via Puttalam and from Matara to Pottuvil via Hambantota can be fairly rough at times. Other sea areas around the island will be slight. |
