Batticaloa Weather in March

March in Batticaloa sees daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F) and lows of 25°C (77°F) at night. With around 60 mm (2.4 in) of rainfall expected, it's worth packing a rain jacket.

Rainfall in Batticaloa in March

This month experiences about 5 days of rain according to historical data, averaging 60 mm (2.4 in). When rain does fall this month, it tends to come down hard. The low number of rain days makes each shower more significant.

Temperature in Batticaloa in March

In March, Batticaloa sees very high temperatures, with highs of 31°C (88°F). Nights drop to around 25°C (77°F). Indoor breaks or shaded spots can make the warmer part of the day much more comfortable. With lows around 25°C (77°F), the nights are warm enough that a sheet is usually all you need for bedding.

Sunshine in Batticaloa in March

There are approximately 268 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, January and February typically offer the best circumstances for Batticaloa.

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Batticaloa Temperature in March

Min Temperature 25°C (77°F)  

Max Temperature 31°C (88°F)  

Chance of Rain 17%  

Precipitation 60 mm (2.4 in)  

Rainy days 5 days  

Humidity 78%  

Sunshine 268 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

What to Wear in Batticaloa in March

Warm but pleasant conditions in Batticaloa in March. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Batticaloa in March

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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Check the conditions for any month of the year.

• January
• February
• March
• April

• May
• June
• July
• August

• September
• October
• November
• December

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Sri Lanka, check out our Batticaloa's climate page.

More climate data for Batticaloa

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