Issued at 5:30 a.m. on 28 April 2026 by the Department of Meteorology. Misty conditions are expected in some areas of the Central, Sabaragamuwa, and Uva provinces, as well as in Anuradhapura and Kurunegala districts during the early morning hours. Showers are likely in parts of the Southern province and the Ampara district this morning. After 1:00 p.m., showers and thundershowers will occur in many regions across the island. Some areas in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, North-western, North-central, and Southern provinces, along with Mannar district, may experience heavy rainfall exceeding 75 mm. The public is advised to take precautions against potential damages from sudden strong winds and lightning during thundershowers. The Heat Index may reach caution levels in the Northern, North-central, and North-western provinces, as well as in Colombo, Gampaha, Kegalle, Trincomalee, and Batticaloa districts throughout the day. Warm Weather Advisory Issued by the Natural Hazards Early Warning Centre at 3:30 p.m. on 27 April 2026, valid for 28 April 2026. The Heat Index, which indicates how hot it feels on the human body, may rise to caution levels in some locations of the Northern, North-central, and North-western provinces, including Colombo, Gampaha, Kegalle, Trincomalee, and Batticaloa districts during the daytime. The Heat Index is calculated using relative humidity and maximum temperature and reflects what people feel, not the actual maximum temperature. This forecast is generated by the Department of Meteorology for the following day based on global numerical weather prediction model data. The effects of the Heat Index on the body are detailed in the accompanying table and have been prepared with guidance from the Ministry of Health and Indigenous Medical Services. ACTION REQUIRED Job sites: Stay hydrated and take breaks in shaded areas whenever possible. Indoors: Check on elderly and sick individuals. Vehicles: Never leave children unattended in cars. Outdoors: Limit intense outdoor activities, seek shade, and stay hydrated. Dress: Wear lightweight and light-colored clothing. Note: Additionally, please refer to advisories from the Disaster Preparedness & Response Division, Ministry of Health. For further inquiries, contact 011-7446491. WEATHER FORECAST FOR 27 APRIL 2026 Issued at 5:30 a.m. on 27 April 2026 by the Department of Meteorology. Misty conditions were noted in certain areas of the Central and Sabaragamuwa provinces, as well as in Anuradhapura, Kurunegala, and Badulla districts during the early morning hours.
