The Department of Meteorology Sri Lanka says the South-West monsoon is gradually becoming established over Sri Lanka.
According to the Department, showers or thundershowers are expected at times today (19) in:
- Western Province
- Sabaragamuwa Province
- Central Province
- North-Western Province
- Galle District
- Matara District
Several spells of showers are also forecast for:
- Northern Province
- Anuradhapura District
- Hambantota District
Meanwhile, showers or thundershowers may occur at a few places in:
- Uva Province
- Eastern Province
- Polonnaruwa District
after 2:00 p.m.
The Department further noted that fairly strong winds of around 30–40 kmph can be expected at times over:
- The western slopes of the central hills
- Northern Province
- North-Central Province
- North-Western Province
- Hambantota District
The public has been advised to take precautions against temporary localized strong winds and lightning associated with thundershowers.
