# SRI LANKA WEATHER FORECAST FOR TODAY,18  APRIL 2026

- Link: https://www.weather.lk/sri-lanka-weather-forecast-for-today18-april-2026/
- Published: 2026-04-18T11:24:55+05:30
- Author: WeatherLK

Showers or thundershowers are expected to occur at several places in the Western,
Sabaragamuwa and Southern provinces, as well as in the Nuwara Eliya district after
1.00 p.m. These afternoon and evening showers may bring brief but intense rainfall
in some areas, while most other parts of the island will experience mainly dry weather
conditions throughout the day.

Misty conditions are likely during the early morning hours in parts of the Western,
Central, Sabaragamuwa and Uva provinces, including the districts of Galle and Matara.
Reduced visibility can be expected during these hours, and motorists are advised
to drive with caution.

According to Department of Meteorology Sri Lanka, atmospheric conditions are expected
to become increasingly favorable for evening thundershowers across most parts of
the island from 20 April onwards. This indicates a gradual shift toward more unsettled
weather in the coming days.

The general public is advised to take necessary precautions to minimize damages 
caused by temporary localized strong winds and lightning during thundershowers.

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**Sea Areas Forecast (Next 24 Hours)**

Showers or thundershowers are likely at a few places in the sea areas extending 
from Mannar to Hambantota via Colombo and Galle. Winds will be south-easterly or
variable in direction with speeds of 20–30 kmph. The sea condition around the island
will be slight; however, temporarily strong gusty winds and very rough seas may 
occur during thundershowers.