# SRI LANKA WEATHER FORECAST FOR 07 AUGUST 2026

- Link: https://www.weather.lk/sri-lanka-weather-forecast-for-07-august-2026/
- Published: 2026-08-07T08:23:56+05:30
- Author: WeatherLK

# Sri Lanka Weather Forecast for 07 August 2026: Heavy Showers, Strong Winds and Rough Seas Expected

Sri Lanka is expected to experience wet and windy weather on **07 August 2026**,
with showers, thunderstorms and strong winds affecting several parts of the island.
According to the latest weather forecast issued at **5.30 a.m.**, cloudy conditions
will continue over the Western, Sabaragamuwa and North-Western provinces, as well
as the districts of Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Galle and Matara.

Showers or thundershowers are expected at times in these areas throughout the day.
Residents in the Sabaragamuwa Province and the districts of Kandy, Nuwara Eliya,
Galle and Matara should be prepared for **fairly heavy rainfall of around 75 mm**
at some locations. Localized flooding in low-lying areas and temporary disruptions
to travel are possible where heavy showers persist.

Strong winds with speeds of **40–50 kmph** are also expected at times across the
North-Central, Sabaragamuwa, Southern, Central and North-Western provinces. The 
public is advised to take necessary precautions to minimize damage caused by strong
wind gusts, falling tree branches and lightning during thunderstorms. Those travelling
during periods of heavy rain should remain alert and avoid flooded roads whenever
possible.

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### Sea Conditions and Marine Forecast

Weather conditions at sea will remain hazardous over the next 24 hours. Showers 
or thundershowers are expected in the sea areas extending from **Chilaw to Matara
via Colombo and Galle**.

Winds will blow from the west to southwest at **30–40 kmph**, increasing to **60–
70 kmph** in the sea areas from **Matara to Pottuvil via Hambantota**. Winds may
also reach **50–60 kmph** from **Kankasanthurai to Matara via Puttalam, Colombo 
and Galle**.

The sea off the coast from Matara to Pottuvil via Hambantota will be **rough to 
very rough**, and naval and fishing communities are strongly advised **not to venture
into these waters until further notice**. Other sea areas from Kankasanthurai to
Matara via Puttalam, Colombo and Galle will also remain rough, requiring extreme
caution.

Wave heights between **2.5 and 3.0 metres** are expected from Puttalam to Pottuvil
via Colombo, Galle and Hambantota. Mariners should remain vigilant, as temporarily
strong gusty winds and very rough seas are likely during thundershowers.