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Hikkaduwa in March 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Hikkaduwa 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 Hikkaduwa, Sri Lanka.

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Hikkaduwa in March 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

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Hikkaduwa in March in summary
Favourable weather
Min 27°C Max 31°C 156 mm 11 day(s) 79% 28% 30°C UV 7 10.9 h/day
Best activities in March
Beach and swimmingAnimal observationDiving and snorkelingWatersportsNature and landscapesWell-beingBoat trip and cruise
Practical guidelines
High crowding 06:16 18:21
Hourly weather

Average weather in Hikkaduwa in March 2027

Favourable weather

The weather in Hikkaduwa 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 Hikkaduwa in March

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

Temperatures and rain in Hikkaduwa 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

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Average rainfall

About the climate in Hikkaduwa in March

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Hikkaduwa in March

Check the seasonal normals in Hikkaduwa 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 28.2°C 28.9°C 29.3°C
Maximum temperature 30.1°C 30.6°C 30.4°C
Minimum temperature 26.4°C 27.3°C 28.1°C
Record maximum temperature 32.0°C
(2009)
34.0°C
(2016)
33.0°C
(2019)
Record low temperature 23.0°C
(2020)
24.0°C
(2020)
25.0°C
(2020)
Number of days at +30° 21 day(s)
(72%)
27 day(s)
(87%)
25 day(s)
(83%)
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) 28.5°C 29.0°C 29.5°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 27.2°C 28.4°C 28.3°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 29.6°C 30.1°C 30.9°C
Wind
Wind speed 12 km/h 13 km/h 14 km/h
Wind temperature 26.4°C 27.3°C 28.1°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 109.0 mm 156.5 mm 272.0 mm
Number of days with precipitation 17 day(s)
(59%)
22 day(s)
(71%)
28 day(s)
(93%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 7 day(s)
(24%)
11 day(s)
(34%)
17 day(s)
(56%)
Record precipitation in one day 33.6 mm
(2020)
34.9 mm
(2017)
62.1 mm
(2012)
Other weather data
Humidity 79% 79% 79%
Visibility 9.6 km 9.5 km 9.2 km
Cloud cover 26% 28% 36%
UV index 7 7 7
Daily sunshine 11h 11h 11h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 06h26 06h16 06h02
Sunset time 18h21 18h21 18h17
Day length 11h55 12h05 12h15
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 Hikkaduwa in March?

Best activities in March
Beach and swimmingAnimal observationDiving and snorkelingWatersportsNature and landscapesWell-beingBoat trip and cruise
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Hikkaduwa in March last?

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

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Overcast
25°C28°C4.2 mm
2
Moderate or heavy rain shower
24°C29°C7.7 mm
3
Patchy rain nearby
24°C28°C3.0 mm
4
Clear/Sunny
25°C29°C0.1 mm
5
Heavy rain at times
25°C28°C1.5 mm
6
Patchy rain nearby
24°C29°C0.1 mm
7
Patchy rain nearby
24°C29°C0.1 mm
8
Clear/Sunny
23°C30°C0.2 mm
9
Clear/Sunny
23°C30°C0.0 mm
10
Moderate rain at times
24°C29°C0.6 mm
11
Moderate or heavy rain shower
25°C29°C11.1 mm
12
Clear/Sunny
25°C30°C0.1 mm
13
Patchy rain nearby
24°C29°C0.7 mm
14
Heavy rain at times
25°C29°C6.4 mm
15
Clear/Sunny
24°C29°C3.6 mm
16
Patchy rain nearby
26°C28°C0.5 mm
17
Cloudy
25°C29°C0.9 mm
18
Patchy rain nearby
24°C29°C2.5 mm
19
Moderate or heavy rain shower
25°C30°C5.5 mm
20
Clear/Sunny
25°C31°C0.3 mm
21
Clear/Sunny
25°C31°C0.9 mm
22
Patchy rain nearby
25°C30°C0.3 mm
23
Patchy rain nearby
25°C31°C2.3 mm
24
Clear/Sunny
25°C32°C0.3 mm
25
Moderate or heavy rain shower
26°C29°C4.5 mm
26
Moderate or heavy rain shower
26°C29°C6.7 mm
27
Cloudy
25°C29°C0.1 mm
28
Cloudy
26°C29°C0.3 mm
29
Patchy rain nearby
26°C30°C1.0 mm
30
Cloudy
25°C29°C0.3 mm
31
Clear/Sunny
25°C30°C1.2 mm
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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Hikkaduwa 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 Hikkaduwa in March, which places this month 3th out of 12.

Expect an average of 31°C during the day and 27°C at night, with about 156 mm of precipitation spread over 11 rainy days.

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

Expect about 10.9 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

This month is particularly suited to these activities: Beach and swimming, Animal observation, Diving and snorkeling and Watersports. These are the ones for which the conditions on site are most favourable.

Visitor numbers are moderate: this month is in High crowding, with an index of 64/100. It is often a good compromise between weather and tranquility.

The most favorable months in Hikkaduwa 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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