Ampara District Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Ampara District, Sri Lanka in March.

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Arugam Bay Kalkuda

Planning a journey to Ampara District, Sri Lanka this March and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Ampara District in March

Ampara District, Sri Lanka is a region in Sri Lanka. March in Ampara District generally has very warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 31°C (88°F) and nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) in Arugam Bay. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.

For specific regional insights in Ampara District, Sri Lanka, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Kalkuda with an average of 58 mm (2.3 in) to moderate rainfall in Arugam Bay with 72 mm (2.8 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Arugam Bay enjoys approximately 250 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Ampara District by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Ampara District — and find the best time to visit. (based on Arugam Bay)

January29°C (84°F) February29°C (84°F) March31°C (88°F) April32°C (90°F) May33°C (91°F) June33°C (91°F) This monthJuly33°C (91°F) August32°C (90°F) September32°C (90°F) October31°C (88°F) November30°C (86°F) December29°C (84°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Ampara District in March

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Ampara District.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Ampara District

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Ampara District, Sri Lanka?

Temperature range in Ampara District (March)

Precipitation variation in Ampara District (March)

Arugam Bay

In March Arugam Bay generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
201 hours
250 hours
240 hours
Monthly rainfall
109 mm (4.3 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
5 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
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Kalkuda

In March Kalkuda generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
230 hours
268 hours
271 hours
Monthly rainfall
108 mm (4.3 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
5 days
8 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Ampara District, in Sri Lanka.

Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Ampara District in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Arugam Bay 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Kalkuda 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)

Ampara District weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Ampara District, Sri Lanka in March?

March in Ampara District, Sri Lanka brings tolerable weather. In Arugam Bay, daytime temperatures are typically around 31°C (88°F) and nighttime lows hover near 25°C (77°F).

What is the average temperature in Ampara District, Sri Lanka in March?

Average temperatures in Ampara District, Sri Lanka during March range from a nighttime low near 25°C (77°F) to a daytime high around 31°C (88°F) in Arugam Bay.

Does Ampara District, Sri Lanka get a lot of rain in March?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Ampara District, Sri Lanka during March, with Arugam Bay averaging close to 72 mm (2.8 in).

Is March a Good Time to Visit Ampara District, Sri Lanka?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Arugam Bay, March might be a good time to visit Ampara District, Sri Lanka. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February and August offering mostly pleasant weather in Arugam Bay. In contrast, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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