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Horton Plains National Park in March 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Horton Plains National Park 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 Horton Plains National Park, Sri Lanka.

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Horton Plains National Park in March 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

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Horton Plains National Park in March in summary
Fair weather
Min 22°C Max 28°C 293 mm 13 day(s) 78% 38% UV 6 10.4 h/day
Possible activities in March
Hiking and trekkingAnimal observationNature and landscapes
Practical guidelines
High crowding 06:13 18:18
Hourly weather

Average weather in Horton Plains National Park in March 2027

Fair weather

The weather in Horton Plains National Park 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 Horton Plains National Park in March

Temperatures, precipitation and monthly trends help to better understand the climate in Horton Plains National Park in March.

Temperatures and rain in Horton Plains National Park 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 Horton Plains National Park in March

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Horton Plains National Park in March

Check the seasonal normals in Horton Plains National Park 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 23.5°C 24.8°C 25.2°C
Maximum temperature 26.4°C 27.7°C 27.7°C
Minimum temperature 20.6°C 22.0°C 22.7°C
Record maximum temperature 32.0°C
(2016)
33.0°C
(2009)
32.0°C
(2016)
Record low temperature 11.0°C
(2020)
12.0°C
(2021)
14.0°C
(2021)
Number of days at +30° 3 day(s)
(10%)
7 day(s)
(23%)
7 day(s)
(23%)
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%)
Wind
Wind speed 7 km/h 6 km/h 5 km/h
Wind temperature 20.6°C 22.0°C 22.7°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 245.1 mm 292.5 mm 553.8 mm
Number of days with precipitation 17 day(s)
(59%)
21 day(s)
(68%)
27 day(s)
(90%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 11 day(s)
(38%)
13 day(s)
(41%)
21 day(s)
(71%)
Record precipitation in one day 113.7 mm
(2012)
153.0 mm
(2010)
113.0 mm
(2014)
Other weather data
Humidity 82% 78% 84%
Visibility 7.4 km 7.5 km 7.3 km
Cloud cover 42% 38% 44%
UV index 5 6 6
Daily sunshine 10h 10h 11h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 06h23 06h13 05h59
Sunset time 18h18 18h18 18h15
Day length 11h55 12h05 12h16
Our opinion on the climate in March
The review of Where And When favourable weather fair weather very bad weather
Activities and events

What to do in Horton Plains National Park in March?

Possible activities in March
Hiking and trekkingAnimal observationNature and landscapes
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Horton Plains National Park in March last?

Find the observed weather calendar in Horton Plains National Park in March 2025, with each day’s weather, temperatures and precipitation.

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Patchy rain nearby
14°C19°C0.7 mm
2
Patchy rain nearby
13°C20°C1.1 mm
3
Patchy rain nearby
13°C19°C0.6 mm
4
Clear/Sunny
12°C20°C0.0 mm
5
Clear/Sunny
12°C21°C0.0 mm
6
Clear/Sunny
11°C21°C0.0 mm
7
Clear/Sunny
10°C22°C0.0 mm
8
Clear/Sunny
10°C21°C0.0 mm
9
Clear/Sunny
9°C22°C0.0 mm
10
Moderate rain at times
13°C19°C2.1 mm
11
Patchy rain nearby
14°C20°C2.9 mm
12
Cloudy
12°C23°C1.1 mm
13
Moderate rain at times
12°C21°C1.0 mm
14
Cloudy
12°C22°C0.0 mm
15
Patchy rain nearby
11°C22°C0.9 mm
16
Moderate rain at times
14°C19°C1.7 mm
17
Overcast
13°C22°C0.1 mm
18
Cloudy
13°C22°C0.2 mm
19
Moderate rain at times
13°C21°C1.0 mm
20
Patchy rain nearby
14°C23°C0.7 mm
21
Patchy rain nearby
13°C23°C0.3 mm
22
Patchy rain nearby
13°C21°C0.7 mm
23
Cloudy
12°C24°C0.2 mm
24
Clear/Sunny
13°C24°C0.2 mm
25
Patchy rain nearby
13°C22°C0.7 mm
26
Moderate rain at times
13°C20°C3.0 mm
27
Moderate rain at times
13°C20°C1.2 mm
28
Overcast
13°C22°C0.1 mm
29
Clear/Sunny
12°C23°C0.9 mm
30
Clear/Sunny
11°C22°C0.0 mm
31
Clear/Sunny
11°C22°C0.3 mm
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Where to go near Horton Plains National Park in March?

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Horton Plains National Park in March: your frequently asked questions

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

It's an average period, nothing special. Conditions are mediocre in Horton Plains National Park in March, which ranks this month 3th out of 12. The choice of region will make a real difference.

Expect an average of 28°C during the day and 22°C at night, with about 293 mm of precipitation spread over 13 rainy days.

Expect about 10.4 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

No activity stands out as ideal this month, but conditions remain acceptable for Hiking and trekking, Animal observation and Nature and landscapes.

Visitor numbers are moderate: this month is in High crowding, with an index of 53/100. It is often a good compromise between weather and tranquility.

If your dates are flexible, the most favorable months in Horton Plains National Park are: January and February. Compare them before finalizing your departure.
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