Fair weather will prevail except for a few showers in Eastern, Uva and Central provinces

Weather forecast issued at 05.30 a.m. on 17 January 2024 by the Department of Meteorology

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

A few showers may occur in Eastern, Uva and Central provinces but  fair weather will prevail in the other areas of the island.

Winds will be north-easterly and wind speed will be (20-30) kmph.

The sea areas around the island will be slight.