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Moratuwa weather in March (Sri Lanka)

Interested in knowing the climate of Moratuwa in March? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

The month of March in Moratuwa typically brings very high temperatures and high rainfall. Expect temperatures to climb to 33°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to 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

Moratuwa in March usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 101 mm for the month. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 8 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

With approximately 276 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

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 Moratuwa climate page with graphs.

 

Moratuwa, monthly averages in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 33°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 28°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 27%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 101 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 8 days  
HumidityHumidity 69% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 276 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Colombo, Sri Lanka (14 KM, 8 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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