# SRI LANKA WEATHER FORECAST FOR 20 JULY 2026

- Link: https://www.weather.lk/sri-lanka-weather-forecast-for-20-july-2026/
- Published: 2026-07-19T20:47:46+05:30
- Author: WeatherLK

Several spells of showers are expected in parts of Sri Lanka on **20 July 2026**,
with wet weather continuing in the Western, Sabaragamuwa and North-Western provinces.
According to the latest weather forecast, showers will also affect the districts
of Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Galle and Matara throughout the day.

Meanwhile, a few showers or thundershowers may develop in the Ampara and Monaragala
districts after 2.00 p.m. Most other parts of the island are expected to experience
mainly dry weather, providing favorable conditions for outdoor activities.

Strong winds remain a key feature of today’s forecast. Wind speeds of **40–50 kmph**
are expected at times over the western slopes of the Central Hills, as well as in
the Northern, North-Central, Central and North-Western provinces. Similar windy 
conditions are also expected in the Ratnapura, Hambantota and Trincomalee districts.
Residents are advised to take necessary precautions to reduce the risk of damage
from temporary strong winds and lightning associated with thundershowers.

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**Sea Condition**

For sea areas around Sri Lanka, a few showers are likely in the coastal waters extending
from Negombo to Matara via Colombo and Galle. South-westerly winds will blow at **
30–40 kmph**, increasing to **50–60 kmph** at times in the sea areas from Kalpitiya
to Kankasanthurai via Mannar and from Hambantota to Pottuvil. Winds may also reach**
50 kmph** in the sea areas from Trincomalee to Kankasanthurai via Mullaittivu.

Sea conditions will be rough at times in the waters from Kalpitiya to Kankasanthurai
and from Hambantota to Pottuvil, while the sea off Trincomalee to Kankasanthurai
may become fairly rough. Fishermen and mariners are advised to exercise extra caution
before heading out to sea.