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Sri Lanka: Low-Pressure Area Likely to Form by May 11th, Bringing Continued Showers

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Rain Alert: Showers from May 6th, system may become low-pressure by May 11th.
Heavy Rain: >100mm likely in Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, Uva, NW provinces.
Widespread afternoon showers expected; morning rain in East/North.

The Department of Meteorology has forecast an increase in rainfall across Sri Lanka, expected to commence from May 6th and persist for several days. This development is attributed to a low-level atmospheric disturbance forming in the vicinity of the island, associated with the Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ). Showers and thundershowers are predicted for most areas, particularly after 1:00 PM, with the potential for heavy rainfall exceeding 100mm in several districts. The department is closely monitoring the system, which may evolve into a low-pressure zone by May 11th, and urges the public to remain attentive to future bulletins.

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Update #2\u00b7 May 9 · 1:31 PM

The low-level atmospheric disturbance near Sri Lanka is likely to develop into a low-pressure area around May 11th. Showers or thundershowers are expected at most places across the island after 1:00 pm over the next few days. Heavy rainfall above 100 mm is likely at some places, particularly in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, Uva, and North-western provinces, including Galle and Matara districts. Morning showers are also anticipated in the Eastern and Northern provinces, with misty conditions possible in parts of the Central, Sabaragamuwa, and Uva regions, as well as in the Kurunegala district. Cloudy skies are expected over most of the island.

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