# SRI LANKA WEATHER FORECAST FOR TOMORROW, JANUARY 9, 2026

- Link: https://www.weather.lk/sri-lanka-weather-forecast-for-tomorrow-january-9-2026/
- Published: 2026-01-08T21:09:11+05:30
- Author: Weather LK

Weather conditions across Sri Lanka are expected to remain highly unsettled on January
9 as a deep depression over the Bay of Bengal continues its west-northwestward movement
toward the island. According to the Department of Meteorology, the system was located
about 250 kilometres southeast of Pottuvil at 2.00 p.m. on January 8 and is very
likely to cross the Sri Lankan coast between Hambantota and Batticaloa during the
evening hours of January 9, between 5.30 p.m. and 11.30 p.m.

As the deep depression approaches, cloudy skies are expected to prevail over most
parts of the island throughout the day. Widespread showers and thundershowers will
occur at times in the Northern, North-Central, Eastern, Uva, Central, North-Western
and Southern provinces, while several other areas may also experience intermittent
rainfall. These conditions are expected to disrupt daily activities and travel in
many regions.

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Very heavy rainfall is forecast for parts of the Eastern Province, with accumulations
exceeding 150 millimetres likely at some locations. In addition, very heavy rain
is expected in Mullaittivu, Vavuniya, Kilinochchi and Polonnaruwa districts. Heavy
rainfall exceeding 100 millimetres is also likely in parts of the Uva Province and
in the districts of Nuwara-Eliya, Matale and Mannar. Such intense rainfall may lead
to rapidly changing local conditions, particularly in areas that have already experienced
persistent showers in recent days.

Strong and gusty winds are another significant feature of the forecast. Very strong
winds with speeds of 50 to 60 kilometres per hour, and gusts reaching up to 70 kilometres
per hour, can be expected at times over the eastern slopes of the central hills.
Similar wind conditions are likely to affect the Northern, North-Central, North-
Western, Central, Uva, Eastern and Southern provinces, as well as the Gampaha and
Colombo districts. These winds may cause temporary disruptions, including the loosening
of roof sheets, damage to weak structures and the breaking of tree branches.

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The Department of Meteorology urges the general public to take adequate precautions
during this period of adverse weather. People are advised to remain alert during
thundershowers, avoid unnecessary travel during periods of intense rain or strong
winds, and be cautious of falling objects such as tree branches or debris. Special
care is advised for those living in exposed or low-lying areas, as weather conditions
may change rapidly.

Authorities continue to closely monitor the movement and intensity of the deep depression,
and the public is encouraged to stay informed through official weather updates and
advisories as the system approaches the Sri Lankan coastline.

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