# WEATHER FORECAST FOR SEA AREAS 22 December 2025

- Link: https://www.weather.lk/marine-weather-forecast-for-sri-lanka-2/
- Published: 2025-12-22T10:27:12+05:30
- Author: Weather LK

## Rough Seas and Strong Winds Expected Over Next 24 Hours

Issued at 05.30 a.m. on 22 December 2025
The Department of Meteorology has issued
a marine weather advisory for sea areas around Sri Lanka, warning of **rough sea
conditions and strong north-easterly winds** during the next 24 hours.

Showers are expected at several locations in the **sea areas off the coast extending
from Batticaloa to Galle via Hambantota**, which may temporarily reduce visibility
for fishing and other maritime activities.

Winds over the surrounding sea areas will be **north-easterly**, with average wind
speeds of **30–40 kmph**. However, wind speeds may **increase to 50–55 kmph at times**,
particularly in the **sea areas from Balapitiya to Mannar via Colombo and Puttalam**,
and from **Matara to Pottuvil via Hambantota**.

As a result, the **sea areas off the coast extending from Balapitiya to Mannar via
Colombo and Puttalam**, as well as from **Matara to Batticaloa via Hambantota**,
are expected to be **rough at times**. Other sea areas around the island will experience**
moderate sea conditions**.

Fishermen and maritime operators are advised to **exercise caution**, especially
in affected coastal waters, and remain alert to further updates issued by the Department
of Meteorology.

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