# SRI LANKA TODAY WEATHER FORECAST FOR SEA AREAS ON 11 JANUARY 2026

- Link: https://www.weather.lk/sri-lanka-today-weather-forecast-for-sea-areas-on-11-january-2026/
- Published: 2026-01-11T11:18:19+05:30
- Author: Weather LK

The Department of Meteorology states that the **low-pressure area over the Gulf 
of Mannar is weakening further**, resulting in a **gradual reduction of its influence
on sea conditions around Sri Lanka** during the next 24 hours. Accordingly, the **
warning previously issued to restrict fishing and naval activities** in the deep
and shallow sea areas off the coast extending from **Colombo to Trincomalee via 
Puttalam, Mannar, and Kankasanthurai has been officially withdrawn**.

![](https://meteo.gov.lk/gifs/marine1.gif?t=1768110464666)

Despite the weakening system, **showers are expected at several places in the sea
areas off the coast from Mannar to Batticaloa via Kankasanthurai and Trincomalee**.
In addition, **isolated showers or thundershowers may occur in other sea areas around
the island**, particularly during the evening or night.

Winds are forecast to be **easterly to north-easterly**, with speeds ranging between**
30 and 40 kmph**. However, **wind speeds may occasionally increase up to 50–55 kmph**
in the sea areas off the coast extending from **Puttalam to Kankasanthurai via Mannar**.

Sea conditions in these areas are expected to be **rough at times**, while **other
sea areas around the island will remain moderate**. Mariners and fishing communities
are advised to **remain attentive to updated weather forecasts** and exercise caution
when engaging in sea activities.