Ella weather in March (Badulla District, Sri Lanka)

Wondering what the weather is like in Ella during March? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

In March, the weather in Ella generally includes very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 30°C, while night temperatures can drop to 19°C. These are average temperatures, but occasional heat spikes are possible. Stay comfortable by wearing light clothing and drinking water.

Precipitation

Ella in March usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 91 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 7 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 198 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm February typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, October and November tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Ella, monthly averages in March

Min Temperature 19°C  

Max Temperature 30°C  

Chance of Rain 24%  

Precipitation 91 mm  

Rainy days 7 days  

Humidity 65% *  

Sunshine 198 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka (45 KM, 28 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.

What To Do

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

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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