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Jaffna in March 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Jaffna 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 Jaffna, Sri Lanka.

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Jaffna in March 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

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Jaffna in March in summary
Ideal weather
Min 27°C Max 29°C 36 mm 2 day(s) 77% 15% 30°C UV 7 11.4 h/day
Best activities in March
Beach and swimmingCultural visits and heritageNature and landscapesBoat trip and cruise
Practical guidelines
Moderate crowds High prices 06:17 18:21
Hourly weather

Average weather in Jaffna in March 2027

Ideal weather

The weather in Jaffna 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 Jaffna in March

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

Temperatures and rain in Jaffna 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 Jaffna in March

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Jaffna in March

Check the seasonal normals in Jaffna 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 26.8°C 28.4°C 29.6°C
Maximum temperature 27.6°C 29.4°C 30.5°C
Minimum temperature 26.0°C 27.3°C 28.8°C
Record maximum temperature 30.0°C
(2009)
32.0°C
(2009)
33.0°C
(2010)
Record low temperature 24.0°C
(2014)
25.0°C
(2012)
26.0°C
(2011)
Number of days at +30° 1 day(s)
(3%)
14 day(s)
(45%)
28 day(s)
(93%)
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) 27.6°C 28.7°C 30.2°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 26.0°C 27.6°C 28.6°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 28.8°C 29.9°C 31.5°C
Wind
Wind speed 23 km/h 19 km/h 19 km/h
Wind temperature 26.1°C 27.3°C 28.8°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 49.6 mm 36.0 mm 48.9 mm
Number of days with precipitation 7 day(s)
(24%)
6 day(s)
(19%)
6 day(s)
(20%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 2 day(s)
(7%)
2 day(s)
(6%)
2 day(s)
(7%)
Record precipitation in one day 83.7 mm
(2013)
37.2 mm
(2009)
62.5 mm
(2011)
Other weather data
Humidity 77% 77% 78%
Visibility 9.9 km 9.9 km 9.8 km
Cloud cover 26% 15% 18%
UV index 7 7 7
Daily sunshine 11h 11h 12h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 06h29 06h17 06h00
Sunset time 18h19 18h21 18h20
Day length 11h50 12h04 12h20
Our opinion on the climate in March
The review of Where And When ideal weather ideal weather favourable weather
Activities and events

What to do in Jaffna in March?

Best activities in March
Beach and swimmingCultural visits and heritageNature and landscapesBoat trip and cruise
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Jaffna in March last?

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

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Moderate or heavy rain shower
26°C29°C6.3 mm
2
Cloudy
26°C29°C0.8 mm
3
Patchy rain nearby
26°C30°C0.1 mm
4
Clear/Sunny
25°C30°C0.0 mm
5
Partly Cloudy
25°C30°C0.0 mm
6
Clear/Sunny
24°C30°C0.0 mm
7
Clear/Sunny
25°C29°C0.1 mm
8
Clear/Sunny
24°C30°C0.0 mm
9
Clear/Sunny
24°C30°C0.0 mm
10
Patchy rain nearby
26°C30°C0.7 mm
11
Moderate rain at times
26°C28°C8.2 mm
12
Cloudy
26°C30°C1.0 mm
13
Patchy rain nearby
26°C30°C0.2 mm
14
Patchy rain nearby
25°C30°C0.1 mm
15
Clear/Sunny
25°C30°C0.1 mm
16
Moderate or heavy rain shower
26°C30°C8.8 mm
17
Patchy rain nearby
26°C29°C0.3 mm
18
Clear/Sunny
26°C30°C0.0 mm
19
Patchy rain nearby
26°C30°C0.2 mm
20
Cloudy
26°C31°C0.0 mm
21
Moderate or heavy rain shower
27°C31°C2.0 mm
22
Patchy rain nearby
27°C31°C0.3 mm
23
Patchy rain nearby
27°C31°C0.2 mm
24
Patchy rain nearby
27°C31°C0.3 mm
25
Clear/Sunny
26°C31°C0.1 mm
26
Clear/Sunny
26°C30°C0.0 mm
27
Patchy rain nearby
27°C30°C0.2 mm
28
Clear/Sunny
27°C30°C0.0 mm
29
Clear/Sunny
27°C32°C0.0 mm
30
Clear/Sunny
25°C31°C0.0 mm
31
Clear/Sunny
25°C29°C0.0 mm
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Where to go near Jaffna in March?

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Jaffna in March: your frequently asked questions

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

Yes, this is one of the best times. The weather conditions are ideal in Jaffna in March, which places this month 3th out of 12. Expect, however, more crowds and higher prices.

Expect an average of 29°C during the day and 27°C at night, with about 36 mm of precipitation spread over 2 rainy days.

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

Expect about 11.4 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, Nature and landscapes and Boat trip and cruise. These are the ones for which the conditions on site are most favourable.

No: this month is in Moderate crowds, with a visitor index of 33/100. It is one of the quietest periods of the year.

Yes: prices are at level High prices, with a price index of 78/100, including flights and accommodation. Booking early makes a real difference.

The most favorable months in Jaffna are: January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August and September. 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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