The Department of Meteorology warns of increased showers and thundershowers in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, North-western, and Northern provinces, including Galle and Matara districts, in the coming days.

Fairly heavy rainfall above 75 mm is likely in several areas.

.Strong winds of 30–40 kmph may affect North-western, North-central, Southern provinces, and Trincomalee.

Public is urged to take precautions against lightning and strong winds.