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Sri Lanka and South Africa face an important league-stage match on Friday, at the R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium in Colombo. However, weather conditions threaten to affect the contest significantly as rain continues to play a spoiler role in Sri Lanka’s campaign. The hosts are still searching for their first win while South Africa sit comfortably in third place after recovering well from their opening defeat. Here is the detailed hourly weather forecast that could impact the match.
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South Africa, after losing their opening clash against England, have bounced back strongly with wins against New Zealand, India, and Bangladesh, positioning themselves well for a semi-final berth. In contrast, co-host Sri Lanka is struggling to make a mark and has faced two washouts already in the tournament. Their leader,, faces mounting pressure as the weather forecast for Colombo predicts scattered thunderstorms with a high probability of rain throughout the day. The temperature will range between 26°C and 29°C with high humidity near 79%, compounding on the rain threat.
Persistent rain could lead to interruptions or delays that may disrupt the flow of the match, potentially denying Sri Lanka a chance to stay alive in the tournament. A washout will especially harm the hosts’ already slim semi-final hopes while South Africa’s strong momentum remains intact.
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Hourly weather outlook in Colombo
The weather in Colombo on 17 October is expected to be challenging for uninterrupted cricket. Scattered thunderstorms are predicted, with temperatures ranging between 26°C and 29°C. Humidity remains high at 79%, and winds gust between 9 and 14 km/h, adding to the atmospheric instability. There is a 65% chance of rain showers throughout the day, raising the likelihood of delays or interruptions during the match. Below is the hourly breakdown of weather conditions expected during the match timings:
| Time | Temperature | Rainfall | Humidity | Pressure | Wind Speed |
| 15:00 | 27 °C | light rain of about 2.0 mm | 80% | 1006 mb | winds at 9 to 13 km/h |
| 16:00 | 27 °C | moderate rain of about 2.7 mm | 73% | 1006 mb | winds at 7 to 14 km/h |
| 17:00 | 26 °C | heavy rain of about 5.1 mm | 76% | 1007 mb | winds at 5 to 7 km/h |
| 18:00 | 25 °C | light rain of about 1.5 mm | 69% | 1008 mb | winds at 3 to 4 km/h |
| 19:00 | 25 °C | minimal rain of about 0.2 mm | 66% | 1009 mb | winds at 6 to 8 km/h |
| 20:00 | 25 °C | minimal rain of about 0.2 mm | 51% | 1010 mb | winds at 7 to 11 km/h |
| 21:00 | 25 °C | no rain | 76% | 1010 mb | winds at 6 to 10 km/h |
| 22:00 | 25 °C | very light rain of about 0.1 mm | 81% | 1010 mb | winds at 5 to 8 km/h |
| 23:00 | 25 °C | light rain of about 0.5 mm | 72% | 1009 mb | winds at 5 to 8 km/h |
The heaviest rainfall is expected around 17:00 hrs with 5.1 mm of rain, which could coincide with crucial phases of the match. Sporadic but persistent showers are likely to affect playing conditions for several hours, prompting possible delays or interruptions. The temperature gradually drops slightly as evening approaches, but humidity remains elevated, enhancing the chances for further precipitation. Winds are relatively mild but variable.
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