# SRI LANKA WEATHER FORECAST FOR TODAY, JANUARY 31, 2026

- Link: https://www.weather.lk/sri-lanka-weather-forecast-for-today-january-31-2026/
- Published: 2026-01-31T07:02:26+05:30
- Author: Weather LK

Weather conditions across Sri Lanka on **31 January 2026** are expected to remain
unsettled, with widespread showers and thundershowers affecting many parts of the
island. According to the latest forecast, **showers will occur at times in the Northern,
North-Central, Eastern, and Central provinces**, while **fairly heavy rainfall exceeding
50 mm** is likely at some locations, particularly in the **Mullaittivu, Trincomalee,
Polonnaruwa, and Matale districts**.

In addition, **several spells of showers** are expected in the **Uva and North-Western
provinces**, contributing to continued wet conditions throughout the day. **Showers
or thundershowers are likely at several places in other parts of the island after
2.00 p.m.**, and **fairly heavy falls above 50 mm** may occur at some locations 
during the evening hours. These weather conditions may be accompanied by **temporary
localized strong winds and lightning**.

During the early morning hours, **misty conditions** can be expected at some places
in the **Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces**, as well as in the **Galle and Matara
districts**, which may reduce visibility for motorists and commuters.

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Showers or thundershowers will occur at several places in the **sea areas off the
coast extending from Pottuvil to Kankasanthurai via Batticaloa and Trincomalee**.
Furthermore, showers or thundershowers may develop in other sea areas around the
island, particularly during the **evening or night**.

Winds over the sea areas will be **north-easterly**, with speeds ranging between**
30 and 40 kmph**, while wind speeds may increase up to **45–50 kmph** at times in
the **sea areas from Kaluthara to Mannar via Colombo and Puttalam**, and from **
Hambantota to Pottuvil**. These areas are expected to experience **fairly rough 
sea conditions**, while other sea regions around the island will remain **moderate**.**
Temporarily strong gusty winds and very rough seas** can be expected during thundershowers.

The general public and maritime communities are advised to **take necessary precautions**
to minimize potential damages caused by adverse weather conditions.