Mirissa

Matara District Weather in March

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

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Mirissa Weligama Matara Deniyaya

Planning a journey to Matara 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 Matara District in March

Matara District, Sri Lanka is a region in Sri Lanka. March in Matara 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 31°C (88°F) and nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) in Mirissa. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.

For a closer look at conditions across Matara District, Sri Lanka, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Mirissa with an average of 91 mm (3.6 in) to high rainfall in Deniyaya with 152 mm (6 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Mirissa enjoys about 270 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Matara District by month

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

January30°C (86°F) February31°C (88°F) March31°C (88°F) April31°C (88°F) May30°C (86°F) This monthJune30°C (86°F) July29°C (84°F) August29°C (84°F) September29°C (84°F) October30°C (86°F) November30°C (86°F) December30°C (86°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Matara District in March

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

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

Temperature range in Matara District (March)

Precipitation variation in Matara District (March)

Mirissa

In March Mirissa generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°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
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
249 hours
270 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
183 mm (7.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
7 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Mirissa →

Weligama

In March Weligama generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°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
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
249 hours
270 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
184 mm (7.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
7 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Weligama →

Matara

In March Matara generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°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
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
249 hours
270 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
80 mm (3.1 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
187 mm (7.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
7 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Matara →

Deniyaya

In March Deniyaya generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
246 hours
276 hours
235 hours
Monthly rainfall
146 mm (5.7 in)
152 mm (6 in)
287 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
7 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
poor
Climate in Deniyaya →

Dikwella South

In March Dikwella South generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°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
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
201 hours
250 hours
240 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
185 mm (7.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
7 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Dikwella South →

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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Mirissa 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)
Weligama 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)
Matara 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Deniyaya 32°C (90°F) 22°C (72°F) 152 mm (6 in)
Dikwella South 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)
Talalla South 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)

Matara District weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

In March, Matara District, Sri Lanka generally has tolerable weather conditions. Mirissa sees daytime temperatures near 31°C (88°F), with nights cooling to roughly 25°C (77°F).

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

In Mirissa, the average daytime high in March is 31°C (88°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 25°C (77°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Matara District, Sri Lanka during March, with Mirissa averaging close to 91 mm (3.6 in).

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

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Mirissa, March might be a good time to visit Matara District, Sri Lanka. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July and August offering mostly pleasant weather in Mirissa. On the other hand, the weather in April, May, June, October, November and December tend to be poor.

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