Gelioya weather in March (Kandy District, Sri Lanka)

Thinking of visiting Gelioya in March? Check the weather first! Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

March in Gelioya generally includes very high temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime temperatures are expected to be around 30°C, cooling off to about 20°C at night. With its high temperatures, this month often tops the charts as the hottest. Be sure to pack summer gear and stay prepared for the heat.

Precipitation

Gelioya in March usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 125 mm for the month. You can typically expect 8 days days of rain this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

With around 198 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm January, February, May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, April, 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 Gelioya climate page with graphs.

 

Gelioya, monthly averages in March

Min Temperature 20°C  

Max Temperature 30°C  

Chance of Rain 25%  

Precipitation 125 mm  

Rainy days 8 days  

Humidity 65% *  

Windspeed 7 km/h *  

Sunshine 198 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka (18 KM, 11 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

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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