Weather : Afternoon showers expected in several areas today

March 29, 2024 at 9:15 AM

Showers are expected in several areas today, most likely in the afternoon, according to the Department of Meteorology.

Showers or thundershowers will occur at several places in the Western, Southern, Sabaragamuwa and Central provinces after 2.00 p.m. 

Showers or thundershowers may occur at a few places in the Uva and North-western provinces after 2.00 p.m. 

Fairly heavy showers above 50 mm are likely at some places in the Sabaragamuwa and Western provinces and Galle and Matara districts. 

Misty conditions can be expected at some places in the Central, Sabaragamuwa, Uva and Western provinces and Galle and Matara districts during the morning.

Meanwhile, showers or thundershowers may occur at a few places in the sea areas off the coast extending from Puttalam to Hambantota via Colombo and Galle during the afternoon or night.

Winds will be easterly or variable in direction and wind speed will be (20-30) kmph. 

Sea areas around the island will be slight to moderate. Temporarily strong gusty winds and very rough seas can be expected during thundershowers. (NewsWire)