(UTV | COLOMBO) – Due to the low level atmospheric disturbances in the vicinity of Sri Lanka prevailing showery condition is expected to continue further today (02), the Department of Meteorology stated. Heavy rainfalls above 100 mm are likely at some places.
Strong gusty winds up to (70-80) kmph can be expected during thundershowers.
General public is kindly requested to take adequate precautions to minimize damages caused by lightning activity and localized strong winds during thundershowers.
Sun is going to be directly over the latitudes of Sri Lanka during 28th of August to 07th of September this year due to its apparent southward relative motion. The nearest towns of Sri Lanka over which the sun is overhead today are Madurankuli, Talgaswewa, Hunugallewa, Mannampitiya and Kalkudah at about 12.09 noon.