Weather Advisory: Heavy Showers and Thunderstorms Predicted in Several Provinces

The Meteorological Department has issued a warning regarding the prevailing weather conditions affected by the Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ). The ITCZ is a region where winds from the Northern Hemisphere and Southern Hemisphere converge, significantly influencing the island’s weather patterns, the department explained.

According to the latest forecasts, showers or thundershowers are expected to occur intermittently in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, and North-Western provinces, as well as in the Galle and Matara districts. In addition, several other areas of the island are likely to experience similar weather phenomena during the afternoon or night.

The department has also cautioned that heavy showers, exceeding 100 mm, are anticipated in certain locations within the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, Uva, and Eastern provinces, as well as in Galle, Matara, and Puttalam districts.

With the forecast predicting temporary localized strong winds and lightning during thundershowers, the Meteorological Department has urged the public to take necessary precautions to minimize damage and ensure safety.