# SRI LANKA WEATHER FORECAST FOR 22 AUGUST 2026

- Link: https://www.weather.lk/sri-lanka-weather-forecast-for-22-august-2026/
- Published: 2026-08-21T19:30:06+05:30
- Author: WeatherLK

Sri Lanka is expected to experience several spells of showers in parts of the country
on Saturday, 22 August 2026, while mainly dry weather will prevail across many other
areas. According to the latest weather forecast, rainfall is expected mainly in 
the Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces and in the districts of Kandy, Nuwara-Eliya,
Galle and Matara.

Residents in these areas should remain prepared for intermittent showers throughout
the day. Meanwhile, comparatively dry conditions are expected to continue in most
other parts of the island.

Fairly strong winds of around 30–40 kmph may occur at times over the western slopes
of the Central Hills, North-Central and North-Western provinces, and in the Mannar,
Trincomalee, Hambantota and Matale districts. People in affected areas are advised
to remain cautious of strong winds.

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**Sea Areas and Marine Weather Forecast**

Showers may occur in several sea areas extending from Negombo to Hambantota via 
Colombo and Galle. Westerly to south-westerly winds are expected, with speeds ranging
from 30–40 kmph.

Wind speeds may increase to 50–60 kmph at times in the sea areas from Kankasanthurai
to Chilaw via Mannar and from Matara to Pottuvil via Hambantota. Other sea areas
may also experience winds reaching 45–50 kmph.

The seas off Kankasanthurai to Chilaw and Matara to Pottuvil are expected to be 
rough at times, while other surrounding sea areas may become fairly rough. Wave 
heights may increase to approximately 2.5–3 metres in sea areas from Chilaw to Pottuvil
via Galle and Matara. Naval and fishing communities operating in these waters are
advised to remain vigilant and closely monitor weather conditions before heading
out to sea.

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