100 mm of rain likely at some places in Central, Sabaragamuwa, Western, North-western, North-Central and Uva provinces

Weather forecast issued at 05.30 a.m. on 22 November 2023 by the Department of Meteorology

A further enhancement of the prevailing showery condition over the Island is expected today.

Showers may occur at some places in Northern and Eastern provinces during the morning while showers or thundershowers will occur in most provinces of the island after 01.00 p.m.  Heavy showers about 100 mm are likely at some places in Central, Sabaragamuwa, Western, North-western, North-Central and Uva provinces.

Winds will be Easterly or variable in direction over the sea areas around the island. Wind speed will be (20-30) kmph

The sea areas around the island will be slight but temporarily strong gusty winds and very rough seas can be expected during thundershowers.

The general public is kindly requested to take adequate precautions to minimize damages caused by temporary localized strong winds and lightning during thundershowers.