A slight change in the prevailing weather condition is expected in south-western part of the island after 17th September.
A slight enhancement of windy condition is expected over the island from 17th September.
Several spells of light showers will occur in Sabaragamuwa province and in Kaluthara, Galle and Matara districts.
Showers or thundershowers may occur at a few places in Uva and Central provinces and in Batticaloa district after 02.00 pm.
Fairly strong gusty winds up to 40 kmph can be expected in Hambantota and Matale districts.
There may be temporary localized strong winds during thundershowers. General public is kindly requested to take adequate precautions to minimize damages caused by lightning activity.
SEA AREAS
Showers or thundershowers will occur in the southern sea areas of the island.
Winds will be south-westerly in direction in the sea area around the island. Wind speed will be 30-40 kmph.
The sea area extending from Hambantota to Batticaloa via Pottuvil can be rough at times as the wind speed can increase up to 50-55 kmph at times.
The wind speed can increase up to 45 kmph at times in the sea area extending from Mannar to Kankasanturai.
