# SRI LANKA MARINE WEATHER FORECAST FOR TOMORROW, JANUARY 12, 2026

- Link: https://www.weather.lk/sri-lanka-marine-weather-forecast-for-tomorrow-january-12-2026/
- Published: 2026-01-11T19:52:05+05:30
- Author: Weather LK

### **WEATHER FORECAST FOR SEA AREAS AROUND SRI LANKA – NEXT 24 HOURS**

Weather conditions in the sea areas around Sri Lanka during the next 24 hours are
expected to remain moderately unsettled, according to the Department of Meteorology.**
Showers will occur at several places in the sea areas off the coast extending from
Kankasanthurai to Pottuvil via Trincomalee**, bringing periods of reduced visibility
and choppy seas. In addition, **showers or thundershowers may occur at a few locations
in the other sea areas around the island**, particularly during the evening or night
hours.

![](https://meteo.gov.lk/gifs/marine1.gif?t=1768141251862)

**Winds will be mainly easterly to north-easterly**, with speeds generally ranging
between **25 and 35 kmph**. However, **wind speeds may increase up to 45 kmph at
times** in the sea areas off the coast extending **from Chilaw to Kankasanthurai
via Mannar** and **from Galle to Pottuvil via Hambantota**, leading to rougher sea
conditions in these regions.

![](https://meteo.gov.lk/gifs/marine2.gif?t=1768141251862)

The **state of the sea will be fairly rough at times** in the above-mentioned coastal
stretches, while **other sea areas around the island are expected to remain moderate**.
Mariners are advised to be cautious, as **temporarily strong gusty winds and very
rough seas can be expected during thundershowers**.