# SRI LANKA WEATHER FORECAST FOR TOMORROW, JANUARY 26, 2026

- Link: https://www.weather.lk/sri-lanka-weather-forecast-for-tomorrow-january-26-2026/
- Published: 2026-01-25T21:16:58+05:30
- Author: Weather LK

### **Heavy Showers Expected Across Several Regions of Sri Lanka on January 26**

Weather conditions across Sri Lanka are expected to remain unsettled on **January
26, 2026**, with showers forecast in multiple provinces, according to the latest
meteorological update. **Showers will occur at times in the Northern, North-Central,
Eastern and Uva provinces**, as well as in the **Matale and Nuwara Eliya districts**,
bringing wet conditions to both lowland and hill country areas.

![](https://meteo.gov.lk/gifs/forecast2.gif?t=1769355003451)

The **North-Western Province** may experience **several spells of showers**, while**
showers or thundershowers** are expected at several places across the rest of the
island **after 2.00 p.m.** Forecasters warn of **fairly heavy rainfall exceeding
50 mm** in parts of the **Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces**, including the **
Galle and Matara districts**, which could impact daily activities.

During the **early morning hours**, **misty conditions** are likely in the **Western,
Sabaragamuwa, Central and Uva provinces**, as well as in **Galle and Matara**, potentially
reducing visibility for motorists and commuters.

Authorities urge the **general public to take necessary precautions** to minimize
risks caused by **temporary strong winds and lightning** during thundershowers, 
especially in vulnerable areas.

For **sea areas around the island**, **showers will occur at several places** off
the coast extending from **Puttalam to Pottuvil via Mannar, Kankasanthurai and Trincomalee**.**
Isolated showers or thundershowers** may also occur in other marine regions during
the **evening or nighttime**.

![](https://meteo.gov.lk/gifs/marine1.gif?t=1769355064189)

**Easterly to north-easterly winds** are expected to blow at speeds of **25–35 kmph**,
occasionally strengthening to **40–45 kmph** in sea areas from **Puttalam to Mannar**
and from **Hambantota to Batticaloa**. These conditions will make the sea **fairly
rough at times**, while other surrounding waters will remain **slight to moderate**.

Fishermen and naval communities are advised to exercise caution due to the possibility
of **strong gusty winds and rough seas during thundershowers**.