# SRI LANKA WEATHER FORECAST FOR 05 AUGUST 2026

- Link: https://www.weather.lk/sri-lanka-weather-forecast-for-05-august-2026/
- Published: 2026-08-04T20:06:22+05:30
- Author: WeatherLK

# Sri Lanka Weather Forecast for 05 August 2026: Heavy Rain, Strong Winds and Rough Seas Expected

Sri Lanka is expected to experience wet and windy weather on **05 August 2026**,
with showers and thundershowers affecting several parts of the country. According
to the latest weather forecast, cloudy skies will prevail over the Western, Sabaragamuwa
and North-Western provinces, as well as the districts of Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Galle
and Matara, where rain is expected at intervals throughout the day.

Fairly heavy rainfall exceeding **75 mm** is likely at some locations in the **Sabaragamuwa
Province** and in the **Kandy and Nuwara Eliya districts**. Residents in these areas
should remain alert for localized flooding and reduced visibility on roads. Meanwhile,
a few showers or thundershowers may develop after 2.00 p.m. in the **Uva and Eastern
provinces** and in the **Mullaittivu district**.

Strong winds with speeds of **40–50 kmph** are expected at times across the **North-
Central, Sabaragamuwa, Southern, Central and North-Western provinces**, as well 
as the **Trincomalee district**. The public is advised to take necessary precautions
against temporary localized strong winds and lightning associated with thundershowers.

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### Sea Areas Forecast

Weather conditions at sea will remain hazardous during the next 24 hours. Showers
or thundershowers are expected in the sea areas extending from **Puttalam to Trincomalee**
via **Colombo, Galle, Hambantota and Batticaloa**.

South-westerly winds will generally range between **30–40 kmph**, but are expected
to strengthen to **60–70 kmph** in the sea areas from **Puttalam to Pottuvil** via**
Colombo, Galle and Hambantota**. Winds may also increase to **50 kmph** from **Batticaloa
to Mullaittivu** via **Trincomalee**.

Sea conditions will be **rough to very rough**, particularly along the western and
southern coastal waters. **Naval and fishing communities are strongly advised not
to venture into the affected sea areas until further notice.** Strong gusty winds
and very rough seas can also be expected during thundershowers.