# SRI LANKA WEATHER FORECAST FOR 31 JULY 2026

- Link: https://www.weather.lk/sri-lanka-weather-forecast-for-31-july-2026/
- Published: 2026-07-30T20:24:38+05:30
- Author: WeatherLK

Sri Lanka is expected to experience unsettled weather on **31 July 2026**, with 
heavy rainfall, strong winds and hazardous sea conditions affecting several parts
of the country. According to the latest weather forecast issued at **2.00 p.m. on
30 July 2026**, residents in the southwestern region should prepare for periods 
of intense rain, while mariners are urged to avoid venturing into dangerous sea 
areas.

Showers will occur at times in the **Western, Sabaragamuwa and North-Western provinces**,
as well as in the **Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Galle and Matara districts**. Some of these
areas are likely to receive **heavy rainfall exceeding 100 mm**, increasing the 
risk of localized flooding, waterlogging and minor landslides in vulnerable locations.
A few showers are also expected in the North-Central Province, while mainly dry 
weather will prevail across the rest of the island.

In addition to rainfall, **strong winds of 40–50 kmph** are expected at times over
the **Northern, North-Central, North-Western and Central provinces**, and in the**
Ratnapura, Monaragala, Hambantota and Trincomalee districts**. Residents are advised
to secure loose outdoor items and exercise caution when travelling, especially in
areas exposed to strong gusts.

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**Sea Condition**

Marine conditions will remain highly hazardous during the next 24 hours. Showers
are expected in the sea areas from **Chilaw to Matara via Colombo and Galle**. South-
westerly winds will generally range between **30 and 40 kmph**, but may strengthen
to **60–70 kmph** in the sea areas from **Hambantota to Pottuvil** and from **Kankasanthurai
to Kalpitiya via Mannar**. The Department of Meteorology has advised **naval and
fishing communities not to venture into these sea areas until further notice**.

Other coastal waters, including those from **Trincomalee to Kankasanthurai via Mullaitivu**
and **Kalpitiya to Hambantota via Colombo and Galle**, will also experience rough
seas with winds reaching **50–60 kmph**. Wave heights are expected to increase to**
2.0–2.5 metres** from **Mannar to Pottuvil via Colombo, Galle and Hambantota**, 
making sea travel dangerous. The public is encouraged to stay updated with official
weather advisories and take all necessary safety precautions.