Heavy Rains and Strong Winds Expected Across Several Parts of Sri Lanka Today
Colombo, December 29, 2025 — The Department of Meteorology forecasts widespread rainfall and strong winds across several regions of Sri Lanka today, with the possibility of fairly heavy rain exceeding 50 mm in some areas.
According to the latest update, showers will occur at times in Uva Province, as well as in the districts of Ampara, Batticaloa, Matale, Nuwara Eliya, and Polonnaruwa. Meteorologists warn that isolated locations in these areas could experience fairly heavy rainfall, increasing the risk of localized flooding and landslides, particularly in vulnerable zones.
Meanwhile, several spells of showers are expected in the Northern Province and in Kandy, Anuradhapura, and Trincomalee districts, bringing wet weather conditions to parts of the north, north-central, and central regions.
Afternoon and evening thundershowers are also forecast at several places in the Sabaragamuwa Province, along with the Galle, Matara, and Kalutara districts, especially after 2.00 p.m. These thundershowers may be accompanied by temporary strong winds and lightning.
In addition, fairly strong winds of around 40 kmph can be expected at times over the eastern slopes of the central hills, the Northern, North-Central, and North-Western provinces, and in Hambantota, Monaragala, and Trincomalee districts.
Misty conditions are likely during the early morning hours in parts of the Western, Sabaragamuwa, and Central provinces, including Galle and Matara, which may reduce visibility, particularly along hilly roads.
The general public is advised to take necessary precautions to minimize possible damage caused by heavy rain, temporary localized strong winds, and lightning during thundershowers.
