Colombo weather in March (Colombo District, Sri Lanka)
Thinking of visiting Colombo in March? Check the weather first! Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.
Temperatures
In March, the weather in Colombo generally includes very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 33°C. At night, they generally drop to 26°C. These are average temperatures, but there can be hotter days. Be sure to wear appropriate clothing and stay hydrated to manage the heat.
Precipitation
Colombo in March usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 96 mm for the month. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 8 days with rain.Average sunshine
Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 276 hours of sunshine. Making it a pleasant time to visit Colombo.So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. January, February and March typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Colombo climate page with graphs.
Colombo, monthly averages in March
Min Temperature
26°C
Max Temperature
33°C
Water Temperature
28°C
Chance of Rain
28%
Precipitation
96 mm
Rainy days
8 days
Humidity
69%
Windspeed
4 km/h
Sunshine
276 hours
Percentage Sunshine
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.
perfect weather
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unpleasant
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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. With a water temperature of around 28°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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