Showers or thundershowers expected in several areas

Showers or thundershowers will occur in the Southern and Eastern provinces and in Mullaittivu district. After 1.00 p.m., showers or thundershowers will occur at several places in the other areas of the island.

Fairly heavy falls above 75 mm are likely at some places in the Western, Sabaragamuwa and North-western provinces and in the Galle, Matara, Kandy and Nuwara-Eliya districts.

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

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