# SRI LANKA WEATHER FORECAST FOR TODAY, 13 March 2026

- Link: https://www.weather.lk/sri-lanka-weather-forecast-for-today-13-march-2026/
- Published: 2026-03-13T08:58:27+05:30
- Author: Weather LK

Showers and thundershowers are expected to develop across several parts of Sri Lanka
later today, particularly during the afternoon and evening hours. According to the
forecast, rainfall activity will mainly affect the Western, Sabaragamuwa and North-
Western provinces, as well as the districts of Galle, Matara, Kandy and Nuwara Eliya
after 2.00 p.m.

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Fairly heavy showers exceeding 50 mm are likely at some locations in the Western
and Sabaragamuwa provinces and in the Galle and Matara districts. Residents in these
areas are advised to remain cautious, as thundershowers may be accompanied by temporary
localized strong winds and lightning.

Meanwhile, a few showers may also occur in the Uva and Eastern provinces. Most other
parts of the island are expected to experience mainly fair weather conditions throughout
the day.

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Misty conditions may occur during the early morning hours in the Western, Central
and Sabaragamuwa provinces, as well as in the Galle, Matara and Kurunegala districts.
Motorists are advised to exercise caution due to reduced visibility during these
hours.

**Sea Areas Forecast (Next 24 Hours)**
Showers or thundershowers are likely in the
sea areas from Colombo to Matara via Galle during the evening or night. Winds will
be easterly to northeasterly at 20–30 kmph, and the sea condition around the island
will remain slight. However, temporarily strong gusty winds and rough seas may occur
during thundershowers.