Gampaha weather in March (Gampaha District, Sri Lanka)

Looking to travel to Gampaha in March? This guide provides all the details you need.

Temperatures

In March, Gampaha generally has very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 34°C, while night temperatures can drop to 25°C. Typically, it's the hottest month of the year. Make sure to come prepared with breezy outfits. Whether you're out exploring or just lounging, being prepared can make your experience in this warm month much more enjoyable.

Precipitation

Gampaha in March usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 99 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 8 days.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 276 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January typically offers the best circumstances. While April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Gampaha climate page with graphs.

 

Gampaha, monthly averages in March

Min Temperature 25°C  

Max Temperature 34°C  

Chance of Rain 27%  

Precipitation 99 mm  

Rainy days 8 days  

Humidity 69% *  

Sunshine 276 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Colombo, Sri Lanka (25 KM, 15 Miles).

Where to go in Sri Lanka in March

Find out more about the weather in Sri Lanka and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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