Afternoon showers expected in some provinces of Sri Lanka today

March 16, 2026 at 9:12 AM

Showers or thundershowers will occur at several places in the Central, Sabaragamuwa, Southern, North-western and Uva provinces after 2.00 pm today (16).  

According to the Department of Meteorology, a few showers may occur in Eastern Province. 

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

Meanwhile, showers may occur at a few places in the sea areas off the coasts extending from Pottuvil to Trincomalee via Batticaloa. 

Showers or thundershowers are likely at a few places in the sea areas off the coast extending from Puttalam to Hambantota via Colombo and Galle during the evening or night. 

Winds will be easterly in direction. Wind speed will be 20-30 kmph. 

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