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Sri Lanka in March 2027: weather, activities and where to go

Would you like to travel to Sri Lanka in March 2027? Find out about the usual weather conditions at that time, possible activities, and the best regions or cities to help you determine whether March matches the best time to visit Sri Lanka.

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Sri Lanka in March in summary

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Sri Lanka in March in summary
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Diving and snorkeling Nightlife Watersports Beach and swimming Boat trip and cruise Cultural visits and heritage Animal observation Nature and landscapes Gastronomy Well-being
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Average weather in Sri Lanka in March 2027

Compare the most frequent weather conditions in major cities of Sri Lanka in March. These statistical data come from climatological normals over several years.

Colombo
From 1st to 31 March 2027
favourable weather Detail
Colombo
From 1st to 31 March 2027
0h
Dominant weather
Partly Cloudy
11 days out of 31 (35%)
26.2°C
Other common conditions
Clear/Sunny
11 days out of 31 (35%)
Moderate rain at times
6 days out of 31 (19%)
Cloudy
2 days out of 31 (6%)
3h
Dominant weather
Clear/Sunny
12 days out of 31 (38%)
25.6°C
Other common conditions
Partly Cloudy
11 days out of 31 (35%)
Moderate rain at times
5 days out of 31 (16%)
Cloudy
2 days out of 31 (6%)
6h
Dominant weather
Clear/Sunny
14 days out of 31 (45%)
28.5°C
Other common conditions
Partly Cloudy
10 days out of 31 (32%)
Moderate rain at times
6 days out of 31 (19%)
Cloudy
1 days out of 31 (3%)
9h
Dominant weather
Clear/Sunny
18 days out of 31 (58%)
32.0°C
Other common conditions
Moderate rain at times
6 days out of 31 (19%)
Partly Cloudy
6 days out of 31 (19%)
Heavy rain
1 days out of 31 (3%)
12h
Dominant weather
Clear/Sunny
13 days out of 31 (41%)
31.4°C
Other common conditions
Moderate rain at times
10 days out of 31 (32%)
Partly Cloudy
5 days out of 31 (16%)
Heavy rain
3 days out of 31 (9%)
15h
Dominant weather
Clear/Sunny
10 days out of 31 (32%)
29.2°C
Other common conditions
Moderate rain at times
8 days out of 31 (25%)
Heavy rain
7 days out of 31 (22%)
Partly Cloudy
6 days out of 31 (19%)
18h
Dominant weather
Moderate rain at times
12 days out of 31 (38%)
27.4°C
Other common conditions
Clear/Sunny
9 days out of 31 (29%)
Partly Cloudy
5 days out of 31 (16%)
Heavy rain
4 days out of 31 (12%)
21h
Dominant weather
Moderate rain at times
10 days out of 31 (32%)
26.7°C
Other common conditions
Clear/Sunny
8 days out of 31 (25%)
Partly Cloudy
8 days out of 31 (25%)
Heavy rain
3 days out of 31 (9%)
Climate

Climate of Sri Lanka in March

Analyze the temperatures and weather trends of the cities of Sri Lanka in March, then provide the climate summary for the period.

Weather charts in Sri Lanka in March

Temperatures and rain in Colombo in March

Average daily weather and comparison with other months of the year.
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Average daily weather

Temperatures and rain day by day in March.
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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 Sri Lanka in March

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Where to go to Sri Lanka in March?

Compare cities in the country by weather, activities, crowding or prices to quickly identify the best places to stay.

Map where to go in March - Sri Lanka
Map where to go in March: Sri Lanka
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The best offers right now to Sri Lanka

Each map is a real return flight offered from London, with its dates, airline and price. Choose one to find it on Skyscanner, or start your own search just below.

The cheapest

London Colombo

From 10 Mar to 26 Mar 2027

£503 per person
16 days on site With stopover(s) Pegasus Airlines
The cheapest

London Colombo

From 3 Mar to 27 Mar 2027

£515 per person
24 days on site With stopover(s) Gulf Air
The cheapest

London Colombo

From 14 Mar to 25 Mar 2027

£525 per person
11 days on site With stopover(s) Ryanair
The cheapest

London Colombo

From 2 Mar to 6 Mar 2027

£545 per person
4 days on site With stopover(s) air arabia
The cheapest

London Colombo

From 7 Mar to 11 Mar 2027

£557 per person
4 days on site With stopover(s) air arabia
The cheapest

London Colombo

From 19 Mar to 23 Mar 2027

£571 per person
4 days on site With stopover(s) EasyJet
The cheapest

London Colombo

From 9 Mar to 31 Mar 2027

£573 per person
22 days on site With stopover(s) Turkish Airlines
The cheapest

London Colombo

From 6 Mar to 25 Mar 2027

£789 per person
19 days on site Direct flight SriLankan Airlines
The cheapest

London Colombo

From 16 Mar to 23 Mar 2027

£799 per person
7 days on site Direct flight SriLankan Airlines
The cheapest

London Colombo

From 5 Mar to 23 Mar 2027

£931 per person
18 days on site Direct flight SriLankan Airlines
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Round-trip prices per person, recently collected from Skyscanner. Each offer has its own collection date and fares change constantly: the price displayed on Skyscanner is authoritative.

Activities and events

What to do in Sri Lanka in March?

Best activities in March
Diving and snorkelingNightlifeWatersportsBeach and swimmingBoat trip and cruiseCultural visits and heritageAnimal observationNature and landscapesGastronomyWell-being
Observed weather

What was the weather like in March?

Choose a city of Sri Lanka to view the day-by-day weather calendar in March 2025, with observed conditions, temperatures and rain.

Regions

Weather in March by region

Access the detailed weather and climate for each region of Sri Lanka for the month of March.

Month by month

Best time to go to Sri Lanka: month by month

Find the weather conditions in Sri Lanka for each month of the year and choose the most suitable time.

Frequently asked questions

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

Expect an average of 34°C during the day and 22°C at night, with about 320 mm of precipitation spread over 17 rainy days.

Conditions are best around Jaffna, Mullaitivu and Colombo. At the regional level, it is Northern Sri Lanka, East Coast of Sri Lanka and North Central Province of Sri Lanka that stand out this month.

Yes, overall: 85% of the territory shows good conditions in March. You can therefore choose your destination based on criteria other than the weather.

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

This month is particularly suited to these activities: Diving and snorkeling, Nightlife, Watersports and Beach and swimming. 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 49/100. It is often a good compromise between weather and tranquility.

Prices are average: level High prices, with an index of 62/100, including flights and accommodation.

The most favorable months in Sri Lanka are: January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September 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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