Kandy

Kandy District Weather in March

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

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Planning a journey to Kandy 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 Kandy District in March

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

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is warm in Pussellawa at 29°C (84°F) and very warm in Hedeniya at 32°C (90°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 21°C (70°F) in Hedeniya and 19°C (66°F) in Pussellawa. In Kandy District, Sri Lanka, March typically stands out as the hottest month of the year. If you're planning a visit during this time, it would be wise to come prepared. Packing light and breathable summer cloths will ensure you stay comfortable throughout your stay.

To explore the conditions in Kandy District, Sri Lanka in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Beddegama with an average of 80 mm (3.1 in) to heavy rainfall in Nawalapitiya with 239 mm (9.4 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Kandy enjoys approximately 198 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Kandy District by month

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

January27°C (81°F) February29°C (84°F) March31°C (88°F) April31°C (88°F) May30°C (86°F) June29°C (84°F) This monthJuly28°C (82°F) August29°C (84°F) September29°C (84°F) October28°C (82°F) November28°C (82°F) December27°C (81°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Kandy District in March

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

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

Temperature range in Kandy District (March)

Precipitation variation in Kandy District (March)

Kandy

In March Kandy generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
162 hours
198 hours
157 hours
Monthly rainfall
99 mm (3.9 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
217 mm (8.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
8 days
13 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
poor
Climate in Kandy →

Digana

In March Digana generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
162 hours
198 hours
157 hours
Monthly rainfall
102 mm (4 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
183 mm (7.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
7 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Digana →

Peradeniya

In March Peradeniya generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
162 hours
198 hours
157 hours
Monthly rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
240 mm (9.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
8 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
poor
Climate in Peradeniya →

Gampola

In March Gampola generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
162 hours
198 hours
157 hours
Monthly rainfall
146 mm (5.7 in)
157 mm (6.2 in)
304 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
8 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
poor
Climate in Gampola →

Kadugannawa

In March Kadugannawa generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
162 hours
198 hours
157 hours
Monthly rainfall
99 mm (3.9 in)
119 mm (4.7 in)
267 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
8 days
14 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
poor
Climate in Kadugannawa →

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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kandy 31°C (88°F) 20°C (68°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Digana 30°C (86°F) 19°C (66°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Peradeniya 31°C (88°F) 20°C (68°F) 109 mm (4.3 in)
Gampola 30°C (86°F) 20°C (68°F) 157 mm (6.2 in)
Kadugannawa 32°C (90°F) 21°C (70°F) 119 mm (4.7 in)
Nawalapitiya 30°C (86°F) 20°C (68°F) 239 mm (9.4 in)

Kandy District weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

In March, Kandy District, Sri Lanka generally has unpleasant weather conditions. Kandy sees daytime temperatures near 31°C (88°F), with nights cooling to roughly 20°C (68°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Kandy peak at roughly 31°C (88°F) in March, dropping to about 20°C (68°F) overnight.

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

Not particularly. Kandy averages just 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain in March, making it a mostly dry month for Kandy District, Sri Lanka.

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

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Kandy, March might be a good time to visit Kandy District, Sri Lanka.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in February offering mostly perfect weather in Kandy. In contrast, April, October and November tend to have poor weather conditions.

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