# MARINE WEATHER FORECAST FOR 29 DECEMBER 2025

- Link: https://www.weather.lk/marine-weather-forecast-for-29-december-2025/
- Published: 2025-12-28T15:26:17+05:30
- Author: Weather LK

## Rough Sea Conditions Expected Around Sri Lanka as Strong Winds Persist

 The Department of Meteorology has issued a **sea area weather forecast warning 
of rough sea conditions and strong winds** in several maritime zones around Sri 
Lanka during the **next 24 hours**, posing potential risks to fishing and naval 
activities.

According to the forecast, **showers may occur at a few places in sea areas off 
the coast from Kankasanthurai to Pottuvil via Trincomalee**, affecting parts of 
the **northern and eastern coastal waters**. In addition, **showers or thundershowers**
are expected to develop at **a few locations in sea areas off the coast from Kalutara
to Hambantota via Galle**, particularly **during the evening or night hours**.

Meteorologists report that **north-easterly winds will prevail**, with **wind speeds
ranging between 30 and 40 kmph** across most sea areas. However, **stronger winds
reaching 45 to 50 kmph** may occur at times in **sea areas off the coast extending
from Colombo to Kankasanthurai via Puttalam**, as well as **from Matara to Pottuvil
via Hambantota**.

Due to these strong winds, the **sea state is expected to be rough at times** in
the above-mentioned coastal stretches. Meanwhile, **other sea areas around the island
will remain moderate**, offering relatively safer conditions.

The **Department of Meteorology advises fishermen and naval communities to remain
vigilant**, especially in areas experiencing rough seas and sudden gusty winds. 
Small fishing craft are urged to **exercise caution or avoid venturing into affected
sea regions**, while coastal communities are advised to stay alert to rapidly changing
marine conditions. Issued at 2.00 p.m. on 28 December 2025

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