Weather : Afternoon showers expected in some provinces today

April 30, 2024 at 9:15 AM

Showers are expected in some provinces, most likely in the afternoon or evening today, according to the Department of Meteorology.

Showers or thundershowers will occur at several places in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, Southern, North-western and Uva provinces after 1.00 pm. 

Showers or thundershowers may occur at a few places elsewhere in the evening or night. 

Fairly heavy showers above 50 mm are likely at some places in the Western, Sabaragamuwa and Uva provinces. 

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

Meanwhile, showers or thundershowers will occur at several places in the sea areas around the island during the evening or night.

Winds will be south-easterly or variable in the sea areas around the island. Wind speed will be 15-25 kmph. 

The sea areas around the island will be slight. Temporarily strong gusty winds and very rough seas can be expected during thundershowers. (Newswire)