Batticaloa weather in March (Batticaloa District, Sri Lanka)

Looking to travel to Batticaloa in March? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In March, Batticaloa generally has very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 31°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 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.

Batticaloa in March usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 60 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 5 days of the month will see rainfall.

The city usually sees around 268 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

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 in March and which places have the best weather 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 Batticaloa in March?

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 in March.

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Camping

7/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

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