# SRI LANKA WEATHER FORECAST FOR TOMORROW, JANUARY 11, 2026

- Link: https://www.weather.lk/sri-lanka-weather-forecast-for-tomorrow-january-11-2026/
- Published: 2026-01-10T22:03:28+05:30
- Author: Weather LK

**Depression Crossing Northeast Coast Expected to Weaken Gradually**

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The depression over the southwest Bay of Bengal, which had been influencing weather
conditions across Sri Lanka, **crossed the northeast coast near Mullaitivu between
3.30 p.m. and 4.30 p.m. today**. By **5.30 p.m.**, the system was centred approximately**
70 kilometres southeast of Jaffna**, according to the latest observations. Meteorological
authorities state that the system is likely to **move westwards during the next 
12 hours** and **gradually weaken into a low-pressure area**.

As the system weakens, the **overall influence on the island’s weather is expected
to reduce by tomorrow**, bringing a gradual easing of adverse conditions in affected
regions. However, unsettled weather is still anticipated in several parts of the
country during the next 24 hours.

![](https://meteo.gov.lk/gifs/analysis1.gif?t=1768062711953)

**Showers or thundershowers are expected at times in the Northern, North-Central,
Uva, and Eastern provinces**, as moisture associated with the system continues to
affect atmospheric conditions. In addition, **several spells of showers may occur
in the North-Western and Central provinces**, particularly during periods of enhanced
cloud development. **Isolated showers or thundershowers may also develop in other
areas**, mainly during the evening or night hours.

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Wind conditions are expected to remain **fairly strong at times**, with speeds of
around **30–40 kilometres per hour** likely over the **Northern and North-Western
provinces**, as well as in the **Matale, Trincomalee, and Nuwara Eliya districts**.
These winds may occasionally become gusty during thundershowers.

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The general public is kindly requested to **take adequate precautions to minimize
possible damage caused by temporary localized strong winds and lightning**, especially
during periods of thundershower activity. Residents are also advised to remain attentive
to future weather updates issued by the Department of Meteorology.