The weather in March in Sri Lanka
It's hot in March in Sri Lanka with an average temperature of 32°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 32°C to a high of 33°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 20°C and 21°C.
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Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in March for Sri Lanka. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 37°C in 2016, Sri Lanka reached the highest temperature in March over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 26°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 14°C to a highest value of 25°C.
Rainfall amount
In March, there is an average of 152 mm of precipitation, spread over 18 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in March for Sri Lanka
Click on any day in March to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Sri Lanka. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
March weather comparison
| Sri Lanka | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 32°C | 11°C |
| Max. temperature | 33°C | 14°C |
| Min. temperature | 20°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 152 mm | 63 mm |
| Rainy days | 18 days | 10 days |
Start of March
The month of March starts in Sri Lanka with hot temps, averaging around 33°C during the day and nights around 21°C.
Mid March
By mid-March, daytime temps stay steady at around 33°C, with nights around 21°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of March
By the end of March, the average daytime temperature in Sri Lanka is around 33°C, while nighttime temps are about 21°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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The climate in Sri Lanka is based on weather data from Kandy. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Sri Lanka to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in March in Sri Lanka. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in March in Sri Lanka
Temperature in March in Sri Lanka over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in March in Sri Lanka. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in March in Sri Lanka
Total precipitation in March in Sri Lanka over the years
Daily UV index in March in Sri Lanka
This chart shows the average daily UV index in March in Sri Lanka, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Weather experiences in March in Sri Lanka
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The general climate was warm and sunny, but with little rain. Pleasant weather for relaxing on the beach. Not perfect, but nice.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Sri Lanka by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Sri Lanka. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.