Sri Lanka is expected to experience a gradual increase in afternoon thundershower activity, with atmospheric conditions becoming more favorable for widespread afternoon thunderstorms from October 1. Several areas of the island may receive showers today.
Showers or thundershowers are likely at several places in the Uva, Eastern and Central provinces, as well as in the Polonnaruwa and Mullaittivu districts after 1.00 p.m. Fairly heavy rainfall exceeding 50 mm is possible at some locations in these areas. Meanwhile, a few showers may occur during the morning in coastal areas of the Western Province and in the Galle and Matara districts.
Misty conditions are also expected in some areas of the Sabaragamuwa and Central provinces during the early morning hours. The public is advised to remain cautious during thundershowers, as temporary strong gusty winds and lightning may occur.
Sea Weather Forecast
Showers are expected at a few places in the sea areas extending from Chilaw to Matara via Colombo and Galle. During the evening or night, showers or thundershowers may develop in several locations in the sea areas extending from Mullaittivu to Pottuvil via Trincomalee and Batticaloa.
Winds around the island will be south-westerly at speeds of 20–30 kmph. Wind speeds may occasionally increase up to 45 kmph in the sea areas extending from Galle to Pottuvil via Hambantota and from Puttalam to Kankasanthurai via Mannar.
The sea areas from Galle to Pottuvil via Hambantota and from Puttalam to Kankasanthurai via Mannar are expected to be fairly rough at times. During thundershowers, temporarily strong gusty winds and very rough seas can be expected, and marine communities are advised to remain alert to changing weather conditions.
