# SRI LANKA TODAY WEATHER FORECAST FOR SEA AREAS ON 12 JANUARY 2026

- Link: https://www.weather.lk/sri-lanka-today-weather-forecast-for-sea-areas-on-11-january-2026-2/
- Published: 2026-01-12T10:00:19+05:30
- Author: Weather LK

### **Showers and Fairly Rough Seas Expected Around Sri Lanka Over Next 24 Hours**

Weather conditions over the sea areas surrounding Sri Lanka are expected to remain
unsettled during the next 24 hours, 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**, while **showers or thundershowers 
may develop in other sea areas**, particularly during the evening or night.

**Easterly to north-easterly winds** will prevail, with wind speeds generally ranging
between **25 and 35 kmph**. However, wind speeds may **increase up to 45 kmph at
times**, especially in the sea areas off the coast extending from **Chilaw to Kankasanthurai
via Mannar** and from **Galle to Pottuvil via Hambantota**.

Due to these conditions, the **sea areas along these coastal stretches will be fairly
rough at times**, while the remaining sea areas around the island are expected to
be moderate. **Temporarily strong gusty winds and very rough seas may occur during
thundershowers**, and maritime communities are advised to remain attentive to changing
weather conditions.