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Bollegala weather in March (Colombo District, Sri Lanka)

What weather conditions can you expect in Bollegala this March? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.

Temperatures

In March, Bollegala tends to experience very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 34°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 25°C. Expect high temperatures this period, often making it the warmest month of the year. Light clothing and hydration will help you enjoy the sunny days.

Precipitation

Bollegala in March usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 99 mm for the month. Historically, the month has about 8 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 276 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days January and February 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 Bollegala climate page with graphs.

 

Bollegala, monthly averages in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 34°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 28°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 28%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 99 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 8 days  
HumidityHumidity 69% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 276 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Colombo, Sri Lanka (9 KM, 5 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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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
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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