# SRI LANKA WEATHER FORECAST FOR TODAY, 03 OCTOBER 2026

- Link: https://www.weather.lk/sri-lanka-weather-forecast-for-today-03-october-2026/
- Published: 2026-10-03T11:07:53+05:30
- Author: WeatherLK

Showers or thundershowers are expected at several places across most parts of Sri
Lanka after 1.00 p.m. today, Fairly heavy rainfall exceeding 75 mm is likely at 
some locations in the Central, Sabaragamuwa, Western, Uva, North-Western, Southern
and North-Central provinces, as well as in the Mannar district.

The public is advised to take adequate precautions during thundershowers, as temporary
localized strong winds and lightning may occur. Misty conditions are also expected
in some areas of the Central, Sabaragamuwa and Uva provinces during the early morning
hours.

![](https://meteo.gov.lk/gifs/analysis1.gif?t=1791005510394)

### **Sea Areas Forecast**

Showers or thundershowers may occur at several places in the sea areas extending
from Mannar to Matara via Puttalam, Colombo and Galle during the evening or night.
Winds will be south-westerly at speeds of around 20–30 kmph.

Sea conditions around the island are expected to remain slight under normal conditions.
However, temporarily strong gusty winds reaching **60–70 kmph** and very rough seas
can develop during thundershowers. Fishing and naval communities are advised to 
remain alert to changing conditions and follow the latest weather information.

![](https://meteo.gov.lk/gifs/marine1.gif?t=1791005581900)