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Matale District Weather in March

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

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Sigiriya Dambulla Inamaluwa Matale

Considering a trip to Matale District, Sri Lanka this March and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Matale District in March

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

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are very warm and range from 31°C (88°F) in Elkaduwa to 34°C (93°F) in Inamaluwa. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C (73°F) in Inamaluwa and 21°C (70°F) in Elkaduwa. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.

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

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Sigiriya with an average of 56 mm (2.2 in) to moderate rainfall in Matale with 84 mm (3.3 in).

Explore Matale District by month

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

January29°C (84°F) February31°C (88°F) March34°C (93°F) April35°C (95°F) May34°C (93°F) This monthJune34°C (93°F) July34°C (93°F) August34°C (93°F) September34°C (93°F) October33°C (91°F) November31°C (88°F) December29°C (84°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Matale District in March

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

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

Temperature range in Matale District (March)

Precipitation variation in Matale District (March)

Sigiriya

In March Sigiriya generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
34°C (93°F)
35°C (95°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
6 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
poor
Climate in Sigiriya →

Dambulla

In March Dambulla 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
31°C (88°F)
34°C (93°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
6 days
12 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Dambulla →

Inamaluwa

In March Inamaluwa generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
34°C (93°F)
35°C (95°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
122 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
6 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
poor
Climate in Inamaluwa →

Matale

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

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°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
91 mm (3.6 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
183 mm (7.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
7 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
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Elkaduwa

In March Elkaduwa generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°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
98 mm (3.9 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
175 mm (6.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
7 days
13 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
tolerable
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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Sigiriya 34°C (93°F) 23°C (73°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Dambulla 34°C (93°F) 22°C (72°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Inamaluwa 34°C (93°F) 23°C (73°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Matale 32°C (90°F) 21°C (70°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Elkaduwa 31°C (88°F) 21°C (70°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Rattota 32°C (90°F) 21°C (70°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)

Matale District weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

March in Matale District, Sri Lanka brings poor weather. In Sigiriya, daytime temperatures are typically around 34°C (93°F) and nighttime lows hover near 23°C (73°F).

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

Average temperatures in Matale District, Sri Lanka during March range from a nighttime low near 23°C (73°F) to a daytime high around 34°C (93°F) in Sigiriya.

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

March is on the drier side in Matale District, Sri Lanka. Sigiriya averages only about 56 mm (2.2 in), with most days staying dry.

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

In our view, March might not be the best time to travel to Matale District, Sri Lanka with often tolerable weather in Sigiriya.

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

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