The Inter-tropical Convergence Zone is affecting the island’s weather

Weather forecast issued at 05.30 a.m. on 07 October 2024 by the Department of Meteorlogy

The Inter-tropical Convergence Zone (where winds from the Northern Hemisphere and Southern Hemisphere converge) is affecting the island’s weather.

Showers or thundershowers will occur in Western, Sabaragamuwa and North-western provinces and in Galle, Matara, Mannar and Mullaittivu districts during the morning  while showers or thundershowers will occur at most places in the island during the afternoon or night. Heavy showers above 100 mm are likely at some places.

Winds will be South-westerly in direction in the sea areas and wind speed will be (25-35) kmph. Wind speed can increase up to (40-45) kmph at times in the sea areas off the coasts extending from Mannar to Hambanthota via Colombo and Galle.

The sea areas around the island can be slight to moderate. while the sea areas off the coasts extending from Mannar to Hambanthota via Colombo and Galle can be fairly rough at times. Strong gusty winds and very rough seas can be expected during thundershowers.

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