The Department of Meteorology has issued a weather advisory stating that showers will occur at times in the Northern, North-Central, Eastern, and Central provinces.
Heavy Rainfall:
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Fairly heavy rain above 50 mm is likely at some places in Mullaittivu, Trincomalee, Polonnaruwa, and Matale districts.
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Uva and North-Western provinces will experience several spells of showers.
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Showers or thundershowers are expected at several places across other areas of the island after 2:00 p.m., with heavy rainfall above 50 mm possible at some locations.
Morning Conditions:
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Misty conditions can be expected at some places in the Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces, as well as in Galle and Matara districts during the early morning hours.
Precautions:
The public is advised to take adequate precautions to minimize risks from localized strong winds and lightning during thundershowers.
Sea Conditions:
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Showers or thundershowers will occur at several places in the sea areas off the coast from Pottuvil to Kankasanthurai via Batticaloa and Trincomalee.
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Evening or night showers are expected at several places in other surrounding sea areas.
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Winds: North-easterly at 30-40 kmph, increasing to 45-50 kmph at times in the sea areas off Kaluthara to Mannar via Colombo and Puttalam, and Hambantota to Pottuvil.
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The sea off Kaluthara to Mannar and Hambantota to Pottuvil will be fairly rough, while other sea areas will remain moderate.
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Temporarily strong gusty winds and very rough seas are possible during thundershowers.
The Department of Meteorology urges the public, especially those in vulnerable coastal and low-lying areas, to stay alert and exercise caution.
