# WEATHER FORECAST FOR SEA AREAS 22 December 2025

- Link: https://www.weather.lk/weather-forecast-for-sea-areas-22-december-2025/
- Published: 2025-12-21T19:35:15+05:30
- Author: Weather LK

## Marine Weather Forecast for Sri Lanka: Rough Seas and Strong Winds Expected Over Next 24 Hours

Issued at 2.00 p.m. on 21 December 2025
The Department of Meteorology has issued
a marine weather advisory for sea areas around Sri Lanka, warning of **rough sea
conditions and strong north-easterly winds** during the next 24 hours.

Showers are expected at several locations in the **sea areas off the coast extending
from Batticaloa to Colombo via Hambantota and Galle**, which may temporarily reduce
visibility for fishing and maritime activities.

Winds across the surrounding sea areas will be **north-easterly**, with average 
wind speeds of **30–40 kmph**. However, wind speeds may **increase to 50–55 kmph
at times**, particularly in the **sea areas from Balapitiya to Mannar via Colombo
and Puttalam**, and from **Matara to Batticaloa via Hambantota**.

As a result, the **sea areas off the coast extending from Balapitiya to Mannar via
Colombo and Puttalam**, as well as from **Matara to Batticaloa via Hambantota**,
are expected to be **rough at times**. Other sea areas around the island will experience**
moderate sea conditions**.

Fishermen and maritime operators are advised to **exercise caution**, especially
in affected coastal waters, and remain alert to further updates issued by the Department
of Meteorology.

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