Sigiriya

Anuradhapura District Weather in March

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

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Anuradhapura Sigiriya Habarana Mihintale

Are you planning a trip a to Anuradhapura District, Sri Lanka in March and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Anuradhapura District in March

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

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 34°C (93°F) and nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) in Sigiriya. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.

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

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Habarana with an average of 51 mm (2 in) to moderate rainfall in Pahala Maragahawewa with 57 mm (2.2 in).

Explore Anuradhapura District by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Anuradhapura District - and find the best time to visit. (based on Anuradhapura)

January30°C (86°F) February32°C (90°F) March35°C (95°F) April35°C (95°F) May34°C (93°F) June34°C (93°F) This monthJuly34°C (93°F) August34°C (93°F) September34°C (93°F) October33°C (91°F) November31°C (88°F) December30°C (86°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Anuradhapura District in March

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

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

Temperature range in Anuradhapura District (March)

Precipitation variation in Anuradhapura District (March)

Sigiriya

In March Sigiriya generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
34°C (93°F)
35°C (95°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
6 days
11 days
Weather conditions
very good
good
less favorable
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Anuradhapura

In March Anuradhapura generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
35°C (95°F)
35°C (95°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
52 mm (2 in)
127 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
5 days
9 days
Weather conditions
very good
mixed
less favorable
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Habarana

In March Habarana generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
34°C (93°F)
35°C (95°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
51 mm (2 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
6 days
10 days
Weather conditions
very good
good
less favorable
Climate in Habarana →

Mihintale

In March Mihintale generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
35°C (95°F)
35°C (95°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
60 mm (2.4 in)
52 mm (2 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
5 days
9 days
Weather conditions
very good
mixed
less favorable
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Habawewa

In March Habawewa generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
35°C (95°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
130 mm (5.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
5 days
9 days
Weather conditions
very good
mixed
mixed
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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Anuradhapura 35°C (95°F) 24°C (75°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Sigiriya 34°C (93°F) 23°C (73°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Habarana 34°C (93°F) 23°C (73°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Mihintale 35°C (95°F) 23°C (73°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Habawewa 35°C (95°F) 24°C (75°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Attikulama 35°C (95°F) 23°C (73°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)

Anuradhapura District weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

Anuradhapura District, Sri Lanka typically experiences less favorable weather in March, part of the season. Daytime highs in Sigiriya average around 34°C (93°F), and temperatures drop to about 23°C (73°F) at night.

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

Daytime temperatures in Sigiriya peak at roughly 34°C (93°F) in March, dropping to about 23°C (73°F) overnight.

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Anuradhapura District, Sri Lanka during March, with Sigiriya averaging close to 56 mm (2.2 in).

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

In our view, March might not be the best time to travel to Anuradhapura District, Sri Lanka with often good weather in Sigiriya.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January offering mostly very good weather in Sigiriya. The weather in March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November, on the other hand, tends to be less favorable.

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