General

The Department of Meteorology announced that the ongoing rainy weather in Sri Lanka is likely to ease temporarily starting today, February 8, 2026, and continuing until February 11. Light showers may be seen in the Uva province, as well as in the Matale, Nuwara-Eliya, Ampara, Batticaloa, and Polonnaruwa districts. After 2:00 p.m., there could be rain or thunderstorms in certain areas of the Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces, along with Galle and Matara districts. Winds may pick up, reaching speeds of 30 to 40 km/h, especially in the eastern slopes of the central hills and in the Northern, North-central, and North-western provinces, as well as in Matale, Trincomalee, and Hambantota districts. In the early morning hours, misty conditions are expected in parts of the Western, Sabaragamuwa, and Central provinces, including Galle, Matara, and Badulla districts. The public is advised to take necessary precautions to reduce the risk of damage from sudden strong winds and lightning during thunderstorms.