Minneriya weather in March (Polonnaruwa District, Sri Lanka)

How does the weather in Minneriya usually fare in March? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

Typically, March in Minneriya includes very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. The temperature during the day can rise to approximately 34°C. At night, it falls to around 23°C. Bear in mind, these are average temperatures, and it can get even warmer on particular days. Make sure to choose clothing that accommodates the warmth.

Precipitation

Minneriya in March usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 52 mm for the month. Historically, the month has about 6 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 273 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, February typically offers the best circumstances. While April, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Minneriya, monthly averages in March

Min Temperature 23°C  

Max Temperature 34°C  

Chance of Rain 18%  

Precipitation 52 mm  

Rainy days 6 days  

Humidity 71% *  

Sunshine 273 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Trincomalee, Sri Lanka (72 KM, 44 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.

What To Do

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

Swimming

10/10

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Barbeque

10/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

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