# SRI LANKA WEATHER FORECAST FOR TODAY, 22 OCTOBER 2026

- Link: https://www.weather.lk/sri-lanka-weather-forecast-for-today-22-october-2026/
- Published: 2026-10-22T09:22:17+05:30
- Author: WeatherLK

Sri Lanka is expected to experience an increase in rainfall today, 22 October 2026,
as a low-pressure area develops from a low-level atmospheric disturbance near the
island. The system is expected to influence weather conditions across the country
and surrounding deep and shallow sea areas, bringing widespread showers, thunderstorms
and heavy rainfall to several regions.

Showers or thundershowers will occur at times in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central,
Northern, North-Western and Southern provinces, as well as in the Anuradhapura district.
Cloudy skies are also expected over these areas throughout the day. Meanwhile, showers
or thundershowers are likely in other parts of the island after 1.00 p.m.

Heavy rainfall exceeding 100 mm is possible at some locations in the Western, Sabaragamuwa,
Southern and North-Western provinces. These areas should remain alert to changing
weather conditions, particularly during periods of intense rainfall. Residents are
advised to take adequate precautions against possible damage caused by temporary
localized strong winds and lightning during thundershowers.

Misty conditions may develop in some areas of the Central and Uva provinces during
the early morning hours. Motorists travelling through these regions should exercise
caution due to potentially reduced visibility.

The Department of Meteorology has also advised the general public to remain attentive
to future weather forecasts and official bulletins as the low-pressure system continues
to influence the island.

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## Sea Weather Forecast for Sri Lanka

Unsettled weather is also expected across the sea areas surrounding Sri Lanka during
the next 24 hours. Showers or thundershowers will occur at times in sea areas around
the island, affecting fishing and naval activities.

Winds will be westerly to south-westerly, with speeds ranging from 25 to 35 kmph.
Wind speeds may temporarily increase to between 40 and 50 kmph in sea areas extending
from Puttalam to Pottuvil via Colombo, Galle, Matara and Hambantota.

These coastal sea areas may become fairly rough at times, while other sea areas 
around the island are expected to remain slight under normal conditions. However,
temporarily strong gusty winds reaching 60–70 kmph and very rough seas may occur
during thundershowers.

Naval personnel and fishing communities are urged to closely monitor official weather
updates before engaging in marine activities. The public should follow advisories
issued by the Department of Meteorology and take necessary precautions as rainfall
intensifies across the island.

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