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Kottagoda weather in March (Sri Lanka)

What's the typical weather in Kottagoda for March? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

The month of March in Kottagoda typically brings very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 31°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 25°C. The average temperatures are warm, but some days will be hotter. Make sure to dress in light, breathable clothing and drink plenty of water.

Precipitation

Kottagoda in March usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 97 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 7 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 270 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, March is one of the better months to visit Kottagoda. January, February and March typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, May, October and November tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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Kottagoda, monthly averages in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 22%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 97 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 7 days  
SunshineSunshine 270 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Galle, Sri Lanka (47 KM, 29 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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In March generally
pleasant weather
with very high temperatures
and moderate monthly rainfall

More information

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).

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Check the conditions for any month of the year.

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

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
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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