Atmospheric conditions are becoming favourable for afternoon thundershowers in most parts of Sri Lanka from today (October 1), the Department of Meteorology stated.
According to the Met. Department, showers or thundershowers are expected in most parts of the island after 1 p.m., with fairly heavy showers exceeding 75 mm possible in some areas.
The Central, Sabaragamuwa, Uva, Eastern and North Central provinces and in the Mannar District, are likely to experience relatively heavy rainfall.
The Department has also advised the general public to take adequate precautions against temporary, localised strong winds and lightning that may occur during thundershowers.
Meanwhile, misty conditions are expected in some areas of the Central, Sabaragamuwa and Uva provinces during the early morning hours.
