The Department of Meteorology says atmospheric conditions are getting favorable for afternoon thundershowers in most parts of Sri Lanka from today (01).
Accordingly, showers or thundershowers will occur at most part of the island after 1.00 pm.
Fairly heavy falls above 75 mm are likely at some places in the Central, Sabaragamuwa, Uva, Eastern and North central provinces and in the Mannar district.
The public is requested to take adequate precautions to minimize damage caused by temporary localized strong winds and lightning during thundershowers.
Meanwhile, showers or thundershowers may occur at a few places in the sea areas off the coast extending from Mullaittivu to Pottuvil via Trincomalee and Batticaloa during the evening or night.
Winds will be South-westerly. Wind speed will be 20-30 kmph.
Sea areas around the island will be slight. Temporarily strong gusty winds and very rough seas can be expected during thundershowers. (Newswire)