The Department of Meteorology says rain is expected in some parts of Sri Lanka after 02.00 pm today, while mainly fair weather will prevail over the other areas of the island.
As such, showers or thundershowers are likely at a few places in the Southern province and in the Ratnapura, Monaragala and Kaluthara districts after 2.00 pm.
The public is requested to take adequate precautions to minimize damage caused by temporary localized strong winds and lightning during thundershowers.
Meanwhile, the low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal, located to the northeast of Sri Lanka, is moving northeastwards and is expected to weaken further.
Under the influence of this system, heavy showers or thundershowers, strong winds of about 50-60 kmph are possible.
Hence, sea areas may be rough. The Navel and fishing communities are requested to be vigilant in this regard.
Showers or thundershowers may occur at a few places in the sea areas off the coast extending from Galle to Pottuvil via Hambantota during the evening or night. Winds will be North-westerly in the sea areas around the island. Wind speed will be 20-40 kmph.
The sea areas around the island will be moderate. Temporarily strong gusty winds and very rough seas can be expected during thundershowers. (Newswire)