# SRI LANKA WEATHER FORECAST FOR TODAY, 28 OCTOBER 2026

- Link: https://www.weather.lk/sri-lanka-weather-forecast-for-today-28-october-2026/
- Published: 2026-10-28T07:46:46+05:30
- Author: WeatherLK

# Cyclone Arnab Weakens Its Influence as Strong Winds and Rough Seas Continue

Sri Lanka’s weather conditions are expected to gradually improve as the influence
of Very Severe Cyclonic Storm Arnab weakens following its landfall over the coast
of Andhra Pradesh, India. However, several provinces will continue to experience
showers, while strong winds and dangerous sea conditions remain a concern for coastal
areas and maritime communities.

 Cyclone Arnab, which was located over the west-central Bay of Bengal, is currently
making landfall along the Andhra Pradesh coast. As a result, the system’s influence
on Sri Lanka’s weather has gradually decreased. Nevertheless, unsettled weather 
conditions and strong winds are expected in several parts of the country.

## Rainfall Forecast for Sri Lanka

Several spells of showers are expected in the Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces,
as well as in the Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Galle and Matara districts. Residents in 
these areas should remain prepared for intermittent rainfall throughout the day.

Meanwhile, showers or thundershowers may occur at a few places in the Uva Province
and in the Batticaloa and Ampara districts after 1.00 p.m.

Strong winds reaching speeds of 40–50 kmph are expected at times over the western
slopes of the Central Hills, the Northern, North-Central and North-Western provinces,
and the Trincomalee and Hambantota districts.

The public is advised to take appropriate precautions to minimize possible damage
caused by temporary localized strong winds and lightning during thundershowers.

![](https://meteo.gov.lk/gifs/analysis1.gif?t=1793153467313)

## Cyclone Arnab: Dangerous Sea Conditions and Strong Winds

Although Cyclone Arnab’s influence on Sri Lanka is gradually weakening, hazardous
marine conditions are expected to continue around the island. The Department of 
Meteorology has issued a serious warning for naval and fishing communities operating
in affected sea areas.

Wind speeds in the sea areas bounded by 10°N–20°N latitude and 80°E–90°E longitude
may increase to 80–100 kmph at times. Heavy thundershowers are possible, while wave
heights could rise to approximately 3.0–4.0 metres. Sea conditions in these areas
are expected to become very rough.

Naval and fishing communities are strongly advised not to venture into these specified
sea areas until further notice. Those already operating there should move away from
the affected areas and closely follow future weather forecasts and advisories issued
by the Department of Meteorology.

![](https://meteo.gov.lk/gifs/marine1.gif?t=1793153499398)

## Coastal Winds and Wave Conditions

Showers or thundershowers are expected at several places in the sea areas surrounding
Sri Lanka. South-westerly winds will generally blow at speeds of 30–40 kmph.

Wind speeds may increase to 60–65 kmph in deep and shallow sea areas extending from
Puttalam to Mullaitivu via Kankasanthurai and from Galle to Pottuvil via Hambantota.
In other sea areas, winds may reach 50 kmph at times.

The sea areas along these coastal stretches are expected to become very rough, while
other surrounding sea areas may be rough at times. Wave heights could reach approximately
2.0–2.5 metres in the sea areas extending from Matara to Pottuvil via Hambantota.

Temporarily strong gusty winds of 60–70 kmph and very rough seas may occur during
thundershowers.

## Public Safety Advice

Despite the gradual weakening of Cyclone Arnab’s influence, people should remain
alert to changing weather conditions. Residents should secure loose outdoor objects,
avoid exposed areas during thunderstorms and take precautions against lightning 
and strong winds.

Fishing and naval communities must strictly follow official marine warnings and 
avoid dangerous sea areas until authorities issue further updates.

The Department of Meteorology advises the public to monitor the latest forecasts
and official bulletins, as weather and sea conditions may change throughout the 
day.