A decrease in wind flow across certain regions of Sri Lanka, particularly in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, and Southern Provinces, is intensifying the heat for residents, according to the Department of Meteorology.
Residents in Sri Lanka’s Western, Sabaragamuwa, and Southern Provinces are grappling with sweltering temperatures due to a notable reduction in wind flow, as confirmed by a spokesperson from the Department of Meteorology.
Deputy Director Merril Mendis highlighted the decline in wind flow across the affected regions, emphasizing that while the North and East experience robust wind patterns, the Western Province and parts of the South and Sabaragamuwa regions are experiencing a distinct lack of breezes. Mendis clarified that such conditions are not uncommon during this period, with temperatures expected to rise further in the coming months, culminating in the sun’s direct alignment over Sri Lanka in early April.
The soaring temperatures are evident in recent recordings, with Colombo registering 35°C, Katunayake 33°C, Matara 32°C, Kurunegala 31°C, and Ratnapura 31°C. Conversely, temperatures in Jaffna, Trincomalee, and Mullaitivu remain below 30 degrees, reflecting regional variations in weather patterns.
