Cloudy skies and showers expected today

Cloudy skies and showers can be expected at south western of the island today, the Meteorological Department said.

Showers could be expected in Western, Sabaragamuwa provinces and in Galle and Matara districts.

Showers or thunders will occur at Central and Uva provinces and in Ampara and Batticaloa districts after 2.00 p.m.

Fairly heavy falls above 50 mm are expected at some places in Sabaragamuwa and Western provinces   and in   Galle and Matara districts.

Strong winds about 40-50 kmph can expected over Northern half of the island.

The Meteorological Department warned that there may be temporary localized strong winds during thundershowers and also requested to take adequate precautions to minimize damages caused by lightning.