Heavy Showers Expected Across Several Provinces

Showers and thundershowers are expected across most parts of Sri Lanka on 10 October 2026.Rainfall is expected to develop in most areas of the island after 1.00 p.m., with fairly heavy falls exceeding 75 mm likely at some places in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, Uva, North-Western and Southern provinces. Residents in these areas should remain alert to changing weather conditions, particularly during afternoon and evening thundershowers.

The public is advised to take adequate precautions to minimize potential damage caused by temporary localized strong winds and lightning. Misty conditions may also occur in parts of the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central and Uva provinces during the early morning hours. Motorists should exercise caution in areas with reduced visibility.

Sea Weather Forecast for Sri Lanka

Showers or thundershowers are expected at several places in the sea areas extending from Kankasanthurai to Matara via Mannar, Colombo and Galle during the evening or night.

Winds will be south-westerly or variable in direction, with speeds ranging between 20 and 30 kmph. Sea conditions 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.