# SRI LANKA WEATHER FORECAST FOR 24 AUGUST 2026

- Link: https://www.weather.lk/sri-lanka-weather-forecast-for-24-august-2026/
- Published: 2026-08-23T19:26:18+05:30
- Author: WeatherLK

Showery weather is expected to continue in several parts of Sri Lanka on Monday,
24 August 2026, while strong winds are also forecast over a number of provinces 
and districts.
Showers will occur at times in the Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces
and in the districts of Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Galle and Matara. Several spells of
showers may also affect the North-Western Province. Meanwhile, a few showers or 
thundershowers may develop in the Ampara, Monaragala and Batticaloa districts after
2.00 p.m.

Mainly dry weather is expected to prevail across most other parts of Sri Lanka. 
However, fairly strong winds of around 30–40 kmph can be expected at times over 
the western slopes of the Central Hills, the North-Central and North-Western provinces,
and the Mannar, Trincomalee, Hambantota and Matale districts. The public is advised
to take necessary precautions against temporary localized strong winds and lightning
associated with thundershowers.

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**Rough Sea Conditions Around Sri Lanka**

South-westerly winds will prevail over the sea areas around the island, with general
wind speeds of 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 Hambantota to Pottuvil.
Other sea areas may experience winds of up to 45–50 kmph.

These sea areas are expected to be rough at times, while other surrounding waters
may become fairly rough. Wave heights may rise to approximately 2.0–2.5 metres in
the sea areas from Puttalam to Pottuvil via Colombo, Galle and Matara.

Naval and fishing communities operating in the affected sea areas are urged to remain
vigilant and pay close attention to weather conditions before engaging in marine
activities.

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