Showers or thundershowers will occur in most provinces of the island

Weather forecast issued at 05.30 a.m. on 23 October 2023 by the Department of Meteorology

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

Showers or thundershowers will occur at several places in most provinces of the island. Fairly heavy showers about 75mm are likely at some places in Central, Sabaragamuwa and Uva provinces.

Winds will be south-westerly or variable in direction and wind speed will be (20-30) kmph.

The sea areas around the island will be slight.

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