South-west monsoon over the island

INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
South-west monsoon conditions are gradually establishing over the island
Therefore, showery and windy conditions (particularly in the South-western part) are expected to continue
Showers or thundershowers will occur at times in Western, Southern, Central, Sabaragamuwa and North-western provinces
Showers or thundershowers may occur at several places elsewhere particularly after 2.00pm.Heavy falls above 100 mm can be expected at some
places particularly in Southern and Sabaragamuwa provinces and in Kaluthara district
Fairly heavy falls above 50mm can be expected at some places in Eastern and Uva Provinces
Fairly strong gusty winds up to 40 kmph are also likely over the country, particularly in the central hilly areas and over southern coastal
areas
There may be temporary localized strong winds during thundershowers
General public is kindly requested to take adequate precautions to minimize damages caused by lightning activity.