NEWS NOW | COLOMBO – The possibility for afternoon thundershowers is still high over the island.
Showers or thundershowers will occur over most provinces of the island, particularly after 2.00 p.m.
Showers will occur in Western and Southern provinces and in Puttalam district during the morning too.
Fairly heavy falls, about 75mm can be expected at some places, particularly in Western, Central, Southern and Uva provinces and in Ampara, Batticaloa and Kurunegala districts.
Misty conditions can be expected at some places in the Sabaragamuwa and Central provinces during the morning.
Temporary localized strong winds during thundershowers are expected and the public is requested to take adequate precautions to minimize damages caused by lightning.
Marine weather
Showers or thundershowers will occur in the sea areas off the coast extending from Puttalam to Pottuvil via Colombo and Galle.
Showers or thundershowers will occur at several places in other sea areas in the evening or night.
Heavy falls can be expected at some places in the sea areas off the coast extending from Puttalam to Galle via Colombo.
Winds will be South-westerly in direction in the sea areas around the island and speed will be 20-30 kmph.
Wind speed can be increased up to 45kmph at times in the sea area extending from Puttalam to Kankasanturai.
Temporarily very strong gusty winds (up to 70-80 kmph) and rough seas can be expected during thundershowers.