Orissa Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Orissa, India in March.

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Puri Bhubaneshwar Cuttack Angul

Planning a getaway to Orissa, India 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 Orissa in March

Orissa, India is a region in India. March in Orissa generally has temperatures that range from very warm to very hot, with low precipitation.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from very warm in Gopālpur at 31°C (88°F) to very hot in Sambalpur at 37°C (99°F). At night it cools down to 22°C (72°F) in Sambalpur and 25°C (77°F) in Gopālpur. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Orissa, India, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Gopālpur with an average of 9.2 mm (0.4 in) to low rainfall in Angul with 29 mm (1.1 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in March. Puri typically receives 238 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Orissa by month

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

January28°C (82°F) February30°C (86°F) March32°C (90°F) April33°C (91°F) May34°C (93°F) June33°C (91°F) This monthJuly32°C (90°F) August31°C (88°F) September32°C (90°F) October31°C (88°F) November30°C (86°F) December28°C (82°F)
Best Time to Visit Orissa →

Best Places to Visit in Orissa in March

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

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 Orissa

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Orissa, India?

Temperature range in Orissa (March)

Precipitation variation in Orissa (March)

Puri

In March Puri generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
25°C (77°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
234 hours
238 hours
239 hours
Monthly rainfall
19 mm (0.7 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
16 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Puri →

Bhubaneshwar

In March Bhubaneshwar generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 36°C (97°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
36°C (97°F)
38°C (100°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
24°C (75°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
234 hours
238 hours
239 hours
Monthly rainfall
21 mm (0.8 in)
22 mm (0.9 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
2 days
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Bhubaneshwar →

Cuttack

In March Cuttack generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 36°C (97°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
36°C (97°F)
38°C (100°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
24°C (75°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
234 hours
238 hours
239 hours
Monthly rainfall
22 mm (0.9 in)
24 mm (0.9 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
2 days
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Cuttack →

Angul

In March Angul generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 36°C (97°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
36°C (97°F)
39°C (102°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
22 mm (0.9 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
2 days
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Angul →

Konārka

In March Konārka generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
234 hours
238 hours
239 hours
Monthly rainfall
20 mm (0.8 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Konārka →

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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Puri 32°C (90°F) 25°C (77°F) 13 mm (0.5 in)
Bhubaneshwar 36°C (97°F) 24°C (75°F) 22 mm (0.9 in)
Cuttack 36°C (97°F) 24°C (75°F) 24 mm (0.9 in)
Angul 36°C (97°F) 22°C (72°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)
Konārka 32°C (90°F) 26°C (79°F) 14 mm (0.6 in)
Gopālpur 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 9.2 mm (0.4 in)

Orissa weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Orissa, India in March?

Orissa, India typically experiences pleasant weather in March, part of the season. Daytime highs in Puri average around 32°C (90°F), and temperatures drop to about 25°C (77°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Orissa, India in March?

Average temperatures in Orissa, India during March range from a nighttime low near 25°C (77°F) to a daytime high around 32°C (90°F) in Puri.

Does Orissa, India get a lot of rain in March?

March is on the drier side in Orissa, India. Puri averages only about 13 mm (0.5 in), with most days staying dry.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Orissa, India?

In our opinion, March is a good time to visit Orissa, India with overall perfect weather in Puri.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January and December offering mostly perfect weather in Puri. The weather in May, June, July, August, September and October, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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