Nuwara Eliya

Horton Plains National Park Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Horton Plains National Park, Sri Lanka in March.

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Nuwara Eliya Ohiya

Planning a getaway to Horton Plains National Park, 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 Horton Plains National Park in March

Horton Plains National Park, Sri Lanka is a region in Sri Lanka. March in Horton Plains National Park generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) in Nuwara Eliya.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Horton Plains National Park, Sri Lanka, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Nuwara Eliya with an average of 94 mm (3.7 in) to high rainfall in Ohiya with 123 mm (4.8 in). Based on our climate data it is the driest month of the year in Nuwara Eliya.

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this March. For example, Nuwara Eliya gets approximately 198 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore Horton Plains National Park by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Horton Plains National Park — and find the best time to visit. (based on Nuwara Eliya)

January25°C (77°F) February26°C (79°F) March29°C (84°F) April29°C (84°F) May29°C (84°F) June28°C (82°F) This monthJuly27°C (81°F) August28°C (82°F) September28°C (82°F) October27°C (81°F) November26°C (79°F) December25°C (77°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Horton Plains National Park in March

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Horton Plains National Park.

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 Horton Plains National Park

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Horton Plains National Park, Sri Lanka?

Temperature range in Horton Plains National Park (March)

Precipitation variation in Horton Plains National Park (March)

Nuwara Eliya

In March Nuwara Eliya generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
162 hours
198 hours
157 hours
Monthly rainfall
107 mm (4.2 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
202 mm (8 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
7 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
unpleasant
Climate in Nuwara Eliya →

Ohiya

In March Ohiya generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
162 hours
198 hours
157 hours
Monthly rainfall
127 mm (5 in)
123 mm (4.8 in)
258 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
8 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Ohiya →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Horton Plains National Park, in Sri Lanka.

Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Horton Plains National Park in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Nuwara Eliya 29°C (84°F) 18°C (64°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Ohiya 29°C (84°F) 18°C (64°F) 123 mm (4.8 in)

Horton Plains National Park weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Horton Plains National Park, Sri Lanka in March?

Horton Plains National Park, Sri Lanka typically experiences perfect weather in March, part of the season. Daytime highs in Nuwara Eliya average around 29°C (84°F), and temperatures drop to about 18°C (64°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Horton Plains National Park, Sri Lanka in March?

Nuwara Eliya averages a daytime maximum of 29°C (84°F) in March, with overnight lows close to 18°C (64°F).

Does Horton Plains National Park, Sri Lanka get a lot of rain in March?

March is on the drier side in Horton Plains National Park, Sri Lanka. Nuwara Eliya averages only about 94 mm (3.7 in), with most days staying dry.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Horton Plains National Park, Sri Lanka?

We believe that March is one of the best times to visit Horton Plains National Park, Sri Lanka with overall perfect weather in Nuwara Eliya. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, March provides perfect weather in Nuwara Eliya. On the other hand, the weather in October and November tend to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

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