Sri LankaThe weather in March in Nuwara Eliya
It's warm in March in Nuwara Eliya with an average temperature of 29°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 28°C to a high of 30°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 16°C and 17°C.
Looking for sun? March isn’t a good month to be in Nuwara Eliya. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in March for Nuwara Eliya, 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 2022, Nuwara Eliya reached the highest temperature in March over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 20°C in 2017. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 9°C to a highest value of 23°C.
Rainfall amount
In March, there is an average of 118 mm of precipitation, spread over 14 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in March for Nuwara Eliya
Click on any day in March to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Nuwara Eliya. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
March weather comparison
| Nuwara Eliya | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 29°C | 11°C |
| Max. temperature | 30°C | 14°C |
| Min. temperature | 16°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 118 mm | 63 mm |
| Rainy days | 14 days | 10 days |
Start of March
The month of March starts in Nuwara Eliya with hot temps, averaging around 29°C during the day and nights around 17°C.
Mid March
By mid-March, daytime temps stay steady at around 29°C, with nights around 17°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 Nuwara Eliya is around 29°C, while nighttime temps are about 17°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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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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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in March in Nuwara Eliya, 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 Nuwara Eliya
Temperature in March in Nuwara Eliya over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in March in Nuwara Eliya, 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 Nuwara Eliya
Total precipitation in March in Nuwara Eliya over the years
Daily UV index in March in Nuwara Eliya
This chart shows the average daily UV index in March in Nuwara Eliya, 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.
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Average weather in Nuwara Eliya by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Nuwara Eliya. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.