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Colombo District Weather in March

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

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Colombo Mount Lavinia Dehiwala Nugegoda

Planning a getaway to Colombo District, Sri Lanka this March and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Colombo District in March

Colombo District, Sri Lanka is a region in Sri Lanka. March in Colombo District generally has very warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 33°C (91°F) and nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) in Colombo. 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 a closer look at conditions across Colombo District, Sri Lanka, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Colombo with an average of 96 mm (3.8 in) to heavy rainfall in Avissawella with 200 mm (7.9 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in March. Colombo typically receives 276 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Colombo District by month

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

January32°C (90°F) February33°C (91°F) March33°C (91°F) April32°C (90°F) May31°C (88°F) June30°C (86°F) This monthJuly30°C (86°F) August30°C (86°F) September30°C (86°F) October30°C (86°F) November31°C (88°F) December31°C (88°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Colombo District in March

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

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

Temperature range in Colombo District (March)

Precipitation variation in Colombo District (March)

Colombo

In March Colombo generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
246 hours
276 hours
234 hours
Monthly rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
204 mm (8 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
8 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
poor
Climate in Colombo →

Mount Lavinia

In March Mount Lavinia generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
246 hours
276 hours
234 hours
Monthly rainfall
82 mm (3.2 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
207 mm (8.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
8 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
poor
Climate in Mount Lavinia →

Dehiwala

In March Dehiwala generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
246 hours
276 hours
234 hours
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
206 mm (8.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
8 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
poor
Climate in Dehiwala →

Nugegoda

In March Nugegoda generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°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
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
246 hours
276 hours
234 hours
Monthly rainfall
82 mm (3.2 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
208 mm (8.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
8 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
poor
Climate in Nugegoda →

Boralesgamuwa

In March Boralesgamuwa generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
246 hours
276 hours
234 hours
Monthly rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
211 mm (8.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
8 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
poor
Climate in Boralesgamuwa →

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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Colombo 33°C (91°F) 26°C (79°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)
Mount Lavinia 33°C (91°F) 26°C (79°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
Dehiwala 33°C (91°F) 26°C (79°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
Nugegoda 33°C (91°F) 25°C (77°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Boralesgamuwa 33°C (91°F) 25°C (77°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte 33°C (91°F) 25°C (77°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)

Colombo District weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

Expect unpleasant weather across Colombo District, Sri Lanka in March. The popular destination of Colombo averages 33°C (91°F) by day and 26°C (79°F) at night during this month.

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

Average temperatures in Colombo District, Sri Lanka during March range from a nighttime low near 26°C (79°F) to a daytime high around 33°C (91°F) in Colombo.

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

Not particularly. Colombo averages just 96 mm (3.8 in) of rain in March, making it a mostly dry month for Colombo District, Sri Lanka.

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

In our opinion, March is a good time to visit Colombo District, Sri Lanka with overall pleasant weather in Colombo. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Colombo District, Sri Lanka is in January with generally tolerable weather in Colombo. On the other hand, the weather in April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December tend to be poor.

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