Kurunegala District Weather in March

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

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Kurunegala Melsiripura

Planning a getaway to Kurunegala 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 Kurunegala District in March

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

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 35°C (95°F) and nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) in Kurunegala. In Kurunegala 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 Kurunegala District, Sri Lanka in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Melsiripura with an average of 77 mm (3 in) to moderate rainfall in Kurunegala with 82 mm (3.2 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in March. Kurunegala typically receives 198 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Kurunegala District by month

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

January31°C (88°F) February33°C (91°F) March35°C (95°F) April33°C (91°F) May32°C (90°F) June30°C (86°F) This monthJuly30°C (86°F) August30°C (86°F) September31°C (88°F) October31°C (88°F) November30°C (86°F) December30°C (86°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Kurunegala District in March

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

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

Temperature range in Kurunegala District (March)

Precipitation variation in Kurunegala District (March)

Kurunegala

In March Kurunegala 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 unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
35°C (95°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
162 hours
198 hours
157 hours
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
203 mm (8 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
8 days
14 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
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Melsiripura

In March Melsiripura generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
162 hours
198 hours
157 hours
Monthly rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
77 mm (3 in)
188 mm (7.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
7 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Kurunegala District, in Sri Lanka.

Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kurunegala 35°C (95°F) 23°C (73°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Melsiripura 34°C (93°F) 22°C (72°F) 77 mm (3 in)

Kurunegala District weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

Expect poor weather across Kurunegala District, Sri Lanka in March. The popular destination of Kurunegala averages 35°C (95°F) by day and 23°C (73°F) at night during this month.

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

Kurunegala averages a daytime maximum of 35°C (95°F) in March, with overnight lows close to 23°C (73°F).

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

March is on the drier side in Kurunegala District, Sri Lanka. Kurunegala averages only about 82 mm (3.2 in), with most days staying dry.

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

In our opinion, March may not be the ideal time to visit Kurunegala District, Sri Lanka due to the typically unpleasant weather in Kurunegala.

Generally speaking, January provides tolerable weather in Kurunegala. The weather in March, April, October and November, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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