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Colombo in March 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Colombo in March 2027? Discover the usual weather at this time of year, average temperatures, the risk of rain, possible activities, and our opinion on whether March is a good month to travel to Colombo, Sri Lanka.

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Colombo in March 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

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Colombo in March in summary
Favourable weather
Min 28°C Max 32°C 153 mm 10 day(s) 77% 29% 30°C UV 7 11.1 h/day
Best activities in March
Beach and swimmingCultural visits and heritageFamily and attractionsDiving and snorkelingWatersportsNightlifeGastronomyWell-beingBoat trip and cruise
Practical guidelines
Moderate crowds Moderate prices 06:17 18:22
Hourly weather

Average weather in Colombo in March 2027

Favourable weather

The weather in Colombo in March 2027 is based on statistical data from previous years in March. This allows you to forecast the weather in March 2027. Check the hourly statistics (6:00, 9:00, 12:00, 15:00, 18:00, 21:00, 0:00 and 3:00), with the associated average temperature, for the whole month, and also, by navigating the tabs, for the beginning, middle and end of the month.

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Climate

Climate of Colombo in March

Temperatures, precipitation and monthly trends help to better understand the climate in Colombo in March.

Temperatures and rain in Colombo in March

Average daily weather

Temperatures and rain day by day in March.
Minimal Average Maximums Average rainfall

Monthly temperatures

The month of March is highlighted to compare it quickly with the rest of the year.
Minimal Average Maximums

Monthly precipitation

The bar for the month under study is highlighted.
Average rainfall

About the climate in Colombo in March

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Colombo in March

Check the seasonal normals in Colombo in March and compare the weather with the previous month and the following month (or the months of your choice by selecting months in the form below): temperatures, wind, rain, humidity, climate rating...

Last updated: 12/01/2026
Reference period for normals: January 2009 - December 2025
Month analyzed
March
Weather data February March April
Outside temperature
Average temperature 29.6°C 30.3°C 30.4°C
Maximum temperature 32.2°C 32.4°C 32.0°C
Minimum temperature 27.0°C 28.1°C 28.7°C
Record maximum temperature 39.0°C
(2016)
37.0°C
(2010)
37.0°C
(2019)
Record low temperature 22.0°C
(2021)
24.0°C
(2015)
26.0°C
(2012)
Number of days at +30° 28 day(s)
(97%)
30 day(s)
(97%)
29 day(s)
(97%)
Number of days at +18° 28 day(s)
(97%)
31 day(s)
(100%)
30 day(s)
(100%)
Number of days below 0° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Sea temperature
Sea temperature (average) 28.4°C 29.2°C 29.7°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 27.0°C 28.3°C 28.5°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 29.5°C 30.1°C 30.7°C
Wind
Wind speed 15 km/h 15 km/h 14 km/h
Wind temperature 27.1°C 28.2°C 28.8°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 102.2 mm 152.6 mm 270.0 mm
Number of days with precipitation 14 day(s)
(48%)
21 day(s)
(68%)
27 day(s)
(90%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 7 day(s)
(23%)
10 day(s)
(31%)
17 day(s)
(57%)
Record precipitation in one day 39.1 mm
(2019)
61.6 mm
(2013)
69.0 mm
(2019)
Other weather data
Humidity 76% 77% 78%
Visibility 9.6 km 9.5 km 9.2 km
Cloud cover 24% 29% 38%
UV index 7 7 7
Daily sunshine 11h 11h 11h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 06h27 06h17 06h02
Sunset time 18h22 18h22 18h19
Day length 11h55 12h05 12h17
Our opinion on the climate in March
The review of Where And When favourable weather favourable weather fair weather
Activities and events

What to do in Colombo in March?

Best activities in March
Beach and swimmingCultural visits and heritageFamily and attractionsDiving and snorkelingWatersportsNightlifeGastronomyWell-beingBoat trip and cruise
Possible activities in March
Animal observationNature and landscapes
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The best offers right now to Colombo

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The cheapest

London Colombo

From 10 Mar to 26 Mar 2027

£502 per person
16 days on site With stopover(s) Pegasus Airlines
The cheapest

London Colombo

From 3 Mar to 27 Mar 2027

£514 per person
24 days on site With stopover(s) Gulf Air
The cheapest

London Colombo

From 14 Mar to 25 Mar 2027

£524 per person
11 days on site With stopover(s) Ryanair
The cheapest

London Colombo

From 2 Mar to 6 Mar 2027

£544 per person
4 days on site With stopover(s) air arabia
The cheapest

London Colombo

From 7 Mar to 11 Mar 2027

£556 per person
4 days on site With stopover(s) air arabia
The cheapest

London Colombo

From 19 Mar to 23 Mar 2027

£570 per person
4 days on site With stopover(s) EasyJet
The cheapest

London Colombo

From 9 Mar to 31 Mar 2027

£572 per person
22 days on site With stopover(s) Turkish Airlines
The cheapest

London Colombo

From 6 Mar to 25 Mar 2027

£788 per person
19 days on site Direct flight SriLankan Airlines
The cheapest

London Colombo

From 16 Mar to 23 Mar 2027

£797 per person
7 days on site Direct flight SriLankan Airlines
The cheapest

London Colombo

From 5 Mar to 23 Mar 2027

£929 per person
18 days on site Direct flight SriLankan Airlines
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Observed weather

What was the weather like in Colombo in March last?

Find the observed weather calendar in Colombo in March 2025, with each day’s weather, temperatures and precipitation.

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Patchy rain nearby
24°C29°C11.2 mm
2
Patchy rain nearby
24°C31°C8.7 mm
3
Cloudy
24°C28°C1.2 mm
4
Clear/Sunny
23°C30°C0.0 mm
5
Patchy rain nearby
23°C30°C0.1 mm
6
Clear/Sunny
23°C30°C0.0 mm
7
Clear/Sunny
23°C30°C0.4 mm
8
Clear/Sunny
23°C30°C0.0 mm
9
Clear/Sunny
23°C31°C0.1 mm
10
Clear/Sunny
23°C32°C0.0 mm
11
Patchy rain nearby
24°C29°C5.7 mm
12
Clear/Sunny
24°C30°C0.3 mm
13
Patchy rain nearby
23°C30°C1.1 mm
14
Patchy rain nearby
25°C30°C1.6 mm
15
Patchy rain nearby
24°C30°C4.9 mm
16
Patchy rain nearby
25°C29°C0.9 mm
17
Partly Cloudy
24°C30°C0.5 mm
18
Clear/Sunny
24°C31°C0.7 mm
19
Patchy rain nearby
25°C31°C0.9 mm
20
Clear/Sunny
24°C31°C0.0 mm
21
Clear/Sunny
25°C30°C2.1 mm
22
Cloudy
25°C31°C0.1 mm
23
Patchy rain nearby
24°C31°C0.1 mm
24
Clear/Sunny
25°C31°C3.1 mm
25
Cloudy
25°C31°C0.3 mm
26
Patchy rain nearby
25°C30°C0.2 mm
27
Cloudy
25°C31°C0.0 mm
28
Patchy rain nearby
25°C31°C0.7 mm
29
Cloudy
26°C31°C0.2 mm
30
Patchy rain nearby
25°C31°C0.4 mm
31
Clear/Sunny
24°C30°C0.2 mm
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Where to go near Colombo in March?

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Colombo in March: your frequently asked questions

Short answers to the questions we ask ourselves before booking for this month.

Yes, it’s a good time. Conditions are favorable in Colombo in March, which places this month 3th out of 12.

Expect an average of 32°C during the day and 28°C at night, with about 153 mm of precipitation spread over 10 rainy days.

Yes: the sea is 29°C on average in March, a pleasant temperature for swimming.

Expect about 11.1 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

This month is particularly suited to these activities: Beach and swimming, Cultural visits and heritage, Family and attractions and Diving and snorkeling. These are the ones for which the conditions on site are most favourable.

Visitor numbers are moderate: this month is in Moderate crowds, with an index of 45/100. It is often a good compromise between weather and tranquility.

Prices are average: level Moderate prices, with an index of 53/100, including flights and accommodation.

The most favorable months in Colombo are: January, February, March and December. You are therefore already in one of the best times of the year; shifting your plans would not gain you much in terms of weather.
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