Fairly heavy falls (about 75mm) are also likely at some places.

According to the Met. Department, showers or thunder showers may occur at a few places in the Eastern province after 2.00 p.m.

The remaining strong windy conditions over the country and in the sea areas around the island will continue further particularly over the Southern, Eastern and Northern sea areas.

Temporary localized strong winds during thundershowers are expected and the public is requested to take adequate precautions to minimize damages caused by lightning.