The Department of Meteorology has forecast a slight increase in rainfall in the southwestern region of Sri Lanka beginning this evening (May 12).
According to the advisory:
- Several spells of rain are expected in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, and Northwestern provinces, as well as in the Galle and Matara districts.
- Showers or thundershowers may also develop in the Central, Uva, and Eastern provinces after 1:00 p.m..
- Moderately strong winds of 30–40 kmph are likely at times in the Northern, North-Central, North-Western, and Southern provinces.
Residents are advised to take appropriate precautions, especially in areas prone to lightning, localized flooding, or falling branches.