# SRI LANKA WEATHER FORECAST FOR SEA AREAS ON 25 December 2025

- Link: https://www.weather.lk/sri-lanka-weather-forecast-for-sea-areas-on-25-december-2025/
- Published: 2025-12-24T16:41:17+05:30
- Author: Weather LK

## Sea Areas Around Sri Lanka: Fairly Rough Conditions Expected Along Western and Southern Coasts

Issued at 2.00 p.m. on 24 December 2025
The Department of Meteorology warns of **
unsettled sea conditions** in several coastal areas around Sri Lanka during the 
next 24 hours, with **showers, thundershowers, and strengthening winds** expected
at times.

According to the latest marine forecast, **showers or thundershowers may develop
in sea areas off the coast from Kalutara to Hambantota via Galle**, particularly
during the **evening or night hours**.

Winds will blow from the **north-easterly direction** with speeds ranging between**
30 and 40 kmph**. However, wind speeds may **increase up to 45–50 kmph at times**
in sea areas off the coast extending from **Colombo to Mannar via Puttalam**, as
well as from **Matara to Pottuvil via Hambantota**.

Due to these conditions, the **sea areas from Colombo to Mannar via Puttalam and
from Matara to Pottuvil via Hambantota are expected to be fairly rough at times**.
Other sea areas surrounding the island are forecast to remain **moderate**.

Fishermen and naval communities are **advised to remain vigilant** and pay close
attention to future weather updates. Small fishing craft operating in affected areas
are urged to **exercise caution**, especially during periods of strong winds and
thundershowers.

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