# SRI LANKA WEATHER FORECAST FOR 08 JULY 2026

- Link: https://www.weather.lk/sri-lanka-weather-forecast-for-08-july-2026/
- Published: 2026-07-07T19:01:42+05:30
- Author: WeatherLK

Several spells of showers are expected to continue across parts of Sri Lanka on **
08 July 2026**, according to the latest weather forecast. Rainfall is likely in 
the **Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces** and in the districts of **Galle, Matara,
Kandy, and Nuwara Eliya**, while mainly dry weather is expected to prevail over 
the rest of the island.

Strong winds will remain a significant feature of today’s weather. Wind speeds of**
40–50 kmph** can be expected at times over the western slopes of the Central Hills,
as well as in the **Northern, North-Central, Central, Sabaragamuwa, and North-Western
provinces**, including the **Hambantota and Trincomalee** districts. Residents in
these areas are advised to exercise caution, especially when travelling or engaging
in outdoor activities.

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**Sea Conditions**

For sea areas around Sri Lanka, a few showers are expected off the coast from **
Chilaw to Galle via Colombo**. South-westerly winds will blow at **30–40 kmph**,
increasing to **55–60 kmph** at times in the sea areas from **Kankasanthurai to 
Puttalam via Mannar** and from **Hambantota to Pottuvil**. Other sea areas may also
experience wind speeds up to **50 kmph**.

Sea conditions will be **very rough** in the affected northern and southeastern 
coastal waters and **fairly rough** elsewhere. Fishermen and naval communities are
strongly advised to exercise extreme caution and stay updated with the latest weather
advisories before venturing out to sea.