Gampaha District Weather in March

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

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Negombo Katunayaka Ja-Ela Seeduwa

Planning a getaway to Gampaha 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 Gampaha District in March

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

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 33°C (91°F) and nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) in Negombo. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.

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

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Negombo with an average of 90 mm (3.5 in) to high rainfall in Kapugoda with 147 mm (5.8 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Negombo enjoys about 276 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Gampaha District by month

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

January31°C (88°F) February32°C (90°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) November30°C (86°F) December31°C (88°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Gampaha District in March

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

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

Temperature range in Gampaha District (March)

Precipitation variation in Gampaha District (March)

Negombo

In March Negombo 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
56 mm (2.2 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
192 mm (7.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
8 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Negombo →

Katunayaka

In March Katunayaka 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
24°C (75°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
246 hours
276 hours
234 hours
Monthly rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
196 mm (7.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
8 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Katunayaka →

Ja-Ela

In March Ja-Ela 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)
33°C (91°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
68 mm (2.7 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
199 mm (7.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
8 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Ja-Ela →

Seeduwa

In March Seeduwa 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
24°C (75°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
246 hours
276 hours
234 hours
Monthly rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
197 mm (7.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
8 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
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Gampaha

In March Gampaha generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
246 hours
276 hours
234 hours
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
208 mm (8.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
8 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
poor
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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Negombo 33°C (91°F) 26°C (79°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Katunayaka 33°C (91°F) 26°C (79°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
Ja-Ela 33°C (91°F) 25°C (77°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Seeduwa 33°C (91°F) 26°C (79°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
Gampaha 34°C (93°F) 25°C (77°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)
Uswetakeiyawa 33°C (91°F) 26°C (79°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)

Gampaha District weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

Gampaha District, Sri Lanka typically experiences unpleasant weather in March, part of the season. Daytime highs in Negombo average around 33°C (91°F), and temperatures drop to about 26°C (79°F) at night.

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

In Negombo, the average daytime high in March is 33°C (91°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 26°C (79°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Gampaha District, Sri Lanka during March, with Negombo averaging close to 90 mm (3.5 in).

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

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

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January and February offering mostly tolerable weather in Negombo. In contrast, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to have poor weather conditions.

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