Bandaragama weather in March (Sri Lanka)

What is the weather forecast for Bandaragama in March? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

The typical weather for March in Bandaragama includes very high temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 33°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 25°C. Note that these temperatures are average, but some days may be hotter. Dress in cool, breathable fabrics to stay comfortable in the heat.

Precipitation

Bandaragama in March usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 109 mm for the month. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 8 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 276 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

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

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

 

Bandaragama, monthly averages in March

Min Temperature 25°C  

Max Temperature 33°C  

Water Temperature 28°C *  

Chance of Rain 28%  

Precipitation 109 mm  

Rainy days 8 days  

Humidity 69% *  

Windspeed 4 km/h *  

Sunshine 276 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Colombo, Sri Lanka (24 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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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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. 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.

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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