# SRI LANKA WEATHER FORECAST 19 JULY 2026

- Link: https://www.weather.lk/sri-lanka-weather-forecast-19-july-2026/
- Published: 2026-07-18T20:56:04+05:30
- Author: WeatherLK

Sri Lanka is expected to experience a mix of showery and dry weather on **19 July
2026**, according to the latest weather forecast issued at **2.00 p.m. on 18 July
2026**. Several spells of showers are forecast for **Sabaragamuwa Province** and
the **Kandy** and **Nuwara Eliya** districts, bringing cool and wet conditions to
the central highlands.

A few light showers are also likely in the **Western** and **North-Western** provinces
and in the **Galle** and **Matara** districts. Meanwhile, the rest of the island
is expected to enjoy mainly dry weather, making it favorable for outdoor activities
in many areas.

Residents in the **Northern, North-Central, and North-Western provinces**, along
with the **Matale, Monaragala, Hambantota, and Trincomalee** districts, should be
prepared for **strong winds of 40–50 kmph** at times. These gusty conditions may
affect travel, especially for high-sided vehicles and those engaging in outdoor 
work.

![](https://meteo.gov.lk/gifs/analysis1.gif?t=1784387832524)

**Sea Condition**

Sea conditions will also remain unsettled around parts of the island. A few showers
are expected in the sea areas extending from **Negombo to Matara via Colombo and
Galle**. South-westerly winds will generally blow at **30–40 kmph**, increasing 
to **50–60 kmph** in sea areas from **Chilaw to Kankasanthurai via Mannar** and 
from **Galle to Pottuvil via Hambantota**. Winds may also reach **50 kmph** from**
Trincomalee to Kankasanthurai via Mullaitivu**.

As a result, the sea will be **rough** in the western, northwestern, northern, and
southeastern coastal waters, while the northeastern sea areas may be **fairly rough**
at times. Fishermen and mariners are advised to exercise caution before venturing
into these waters.