Batticaloa weather in March (Batticaloa District, Sri Lanka)

What weather conditions can you expect in Batticaloa this March? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

The month of March in Batticaloa typically includes very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 31°C. At night, they generally drop to 25°C. Bear in mind, these are average temperatures, and it can get even warmer on particular days. Make sure to choose clothing that accommodates the warmth.

Precipitation

Batticaloa in March usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 60 mm for the month. This month experiences about 5 days of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 268 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, March is a prime time to visit Batticaloa. January, February, March, April, May, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Batticaloa, monthly averages in March

Min Temperature 25°C  

Max Temperature 31°C  

Chance of Rain 17%  

Precipitation 60 mm  

Rainy days 5 days  

Humidity 78%  

Sunshine 268 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.

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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.

What To Do

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

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Camping

7/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

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