The Department of Meteorology forecasts showers or thundershowers in most parts of Sri Lanka after 1.00 p.m. today (18).
Fairly heavy rainfall above 75 mm is likely in certain areas of the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, Uva, North-Central, and North-Western Provinces, the Department said.
Morning showers are also possible in parts of the Western and Southern Provinces.
The public is advised to take necessary precautions to minimize damages from temporary strong winds and lightning that may accompany thundershowers.