36-hour weather forecast: Heavy rainfall exceeding 100 mm expected in several provinces

November 10, 2026 at 6:07 PM
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Heavy showers exceeding 100 mm are likely in some places within the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, Southern and Uva provinces, according to the 36-hour general weather forecast issued by the Department of Meteorology today (November 10) at 4PM.

Showers or thundershowers are expected at times in the Northern Province and Trincomalee District, while showers or thundershowers will develop elsewhere across the island after 1PM.

The department requests the general public to take adequate precautions to minimize potential damage caused by temporary localized strong winds and lightning during thundershowers.

Additionally, misty conditions are expected at some places in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central and Uva provinces, as well as the Galle, Matara, and Kurunegala districts during the early morning hours. (Newswire)