# SRI LANKA GENERAL WEATHER FORECAST FOR 03 JANUARY 2026

- Link: https://www.weather.lk/sri-lanka-general-weather-forecast-for-03-january-2026/
- Published: 2026-01-02T19:53:15+05:30
- Author: Weather LK

## **Developing Atmospheric Disturbance to Trigger Heavy Rainfall Across Sri Lanka**

Residents across several provinces are advised to prepare for a significant increase
in rainfall as the Department of Meteorology reports the development of a low-level
atmospheric disturbance to the east of Sri Lanka. In a general weather forecast 
issued at 4:00 p.m. today, January 2, 2026, authorities that showery conditions 
are expected to intensify over the Eastern, Northern, and Uva provinces in the coming
days.

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According to the 36-hour outlook, persistent showers will occur at times in the 
Eastern, Central, North-central, and Uva provinces, as well as the Hambantota district.
Meteorologists have flagged the potential for fairly heavy falls exceeding 75 mm
in specific regions, including the Eastern and Uva provinces and the Matale, Nuwara-
Eliya, and Polonnaruwa districts. Meanwhile, the Northern province is expected to
experience several spells of showers throughout the period.

The rest of the island will not be entirely spared, as showers or thundershowers
are likely to develop at several locations after 2:00 p.m. These afternoon and evening
thundershowers may bring fairly heavy falls above 50 mm in some areas, potentially
causing localized disruptions.

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In addition to the rain, commuters and residents in the Sabaragamuwa and Central
provinces, along with the Galle and Matara districts, should prepare for misty conditions
during the early morning hours. This reduced visibility may impact road travel, 
and drivers are urged to exercise caution.

The Department of Meteorology has issued a formal request to the general public 
to take adequate precautions to minimize damages caused by lightning and temporary
localized strong winds, which are frequently associated with thundershowers. With
the disturbance developing to the east, weather experts will continue to monitor
the situation closely as the system evolves.

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