Showers or thundershowers are expected in most parts of Sri Lanka after 1.00 p.m. today, according to the Department of Meteorology.
Heavy rainfall exceeding 100 mm is likely in some areas of the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, Uva and Southern provinces, as well as the Anuradhapura district.
The public is advised to take adequate precautions to minimize potential damage caused by temporary localized strong winds and lightning during thundershowers.
Misty conditions are expected in some areas of the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central and Uva provinces, as well as the Galle and Matara districts, during the morning.
Meanwhile, showers or thundershowers are expected at several places in the sea areas extending from Kankasanthurai to Pottuvil via Puttalam, Colombo and Galle during the evening or night.
Winds will be south-easterly or variable, with speeds of 20–30 kmph. Sea conditions around the island are expected to remain slight.
However, temporarily strong gusty winds of 60–70 kmph and very rough seas may occur during thundershowers.
