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Negombo in March 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Negombo 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 Negombo, Sri Lanka.

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Negombo in March 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

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Negombo in March in summary
Favourable weather
Min 28°C Max 33°C 131 mm 9 day(s) 75% 26% 30°C UV 7 11.1 h/day
Best activities in March
Beach and swimmingCultural visits and heritageAnimal observationFamily and attractionsDiving and snorkelingWatersportsNature and landscapesGastronomyWell-beingBoat trip and cruise
Practical guidelines
Moderate crowds 06:17 18:22
Hourly weather

Average weather in Negombo in March 2027

Favourable weather

The weather in Negombo 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 Negombo in March

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

Temperatures and rain in Negombo 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 Negombo in March

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Negombo in March

Check the seasonal normals in Negombo 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 29.3°C 30.3°C 30.4°C
Maximum temperature 32.0°C 32.5°C 32.1°C
Minimum temperature 26.7°C 28.1°C 28.8°C
Record maximum temperature 37.0°C
(2010)
37.0°C
(2010)
37.0°C
(2019)
Record low temperature 22.0°C
(2021)
24.0°C
(2015)
26.0°C
(2015)
Number of days at +30° 27 day(s)
(93%)
31 day(s)
(100%)
30 day(s)
(100%)
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) 28.1°C 28.9°C 29.5°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 26.9°C 28.0°C 28.4°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 29.7°C 30.0°C 30.9°C
Wind
Wind speed 18 km/h 16 km/h 16 km/h
Wind temperature 26.7°C 28.2°C 28.8°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 86.2 mm 131.5 mm 223.5 mm
Number of days with precipitation 11 day(s)
(38%)
19 day(s)
(61%)
26 day(s)
(87%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 5 day(s)
(19%)
9 day(s)
(28%)
14 day(s)
(45%)
Record precipitation in one day 41.0 mm
(2010)
69.9 mm
(2013)
53.7 mm
(2015)
Other weather data
Humidity 75% 75% 77%
Visibility 9.7 km 9.6 km 9.3 km
Cloud cover 20% 26% 36%
UV index 7 7 7
Daily sunshine 11h 11h 11h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 06h28 06h17 06h02
Sunset time 18h22 18h22 18h19
Day length 11h54 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 Negombo in March?

Best activities in March
Beach and swimmingCultural visits and heritageAnimal observationFamily and attractionsDiving and snorkelingWatersportsNature and landscapesGastronomyWell-beingBoat trip and cruise
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Negombo in March last?

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

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Patchy rain nearby
24°C30°C13.9 mm
2
Clear/Sunny
24°C32°C3.5 mm
3
Cloudy
25°C30°C3.8 mm
4
Clear/Sunny
23°C30°C0.0 mm
5
Patchy rain nearby
24°C30°C0.2 mm
6
Clear/Sunny
24°C30°C0.0 mm
7
Clear/Sunny
22°C29°C0.4 mm
8
Patchy rain nearby
23°C30°C0.2 mm
9
Clear/Sunny
23°C31°C0.0 mm
10
Partly Cloudy
22°C32°C0.0 mm
11
Patchy rain nearby
25°C30°C15.0 mm
12
Patchy rain nearby
24°C29°C6.5 mm
13
Patchy rain nearby
24°C30°C0.8 mm
14
Patchy rain nearby
25°C29°C0.5 mm
15
Patchy rain nearby
24°C30°C0.6 mm
16
Moderate rain at times
25°C30°C1.7 mm
17
Partly Cloudy
24°C30°C0.2 mm
18
Clear/Sunny
24°C31°C0.1 mm
19
Patchy rain nearby
25°C30°C7.7 mm
20
Clear/Sunny
24°C30°C3.0 mm
21
Clear/Sunny
25°C31°C5.8 mm
22
Patchy rain nearby
25°C31°C0.8 mm
23
Clear/Sunny
25°C31°C1.0 mm
24
Clear/Sunny
25°C31°C0.3 mm
25
Clear/Sunny
25°C31°C0.4 mm
26
Cloudy
25°C30°C0.4 mm
27
Overcast
25°C29°C0.1 mm
28
Patchy rain nearby
26°C31°C1.2 mm
29
Overcast
26°C31°C0.1 mm
30
Patchy rain nearby
25°C31°C1.0 mm
31
Clear/Sunny
24°C30°C0.2 mm
Nearby

Where to go near Negombo in March?

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Frequently asked questions

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

Expect an average of 33°C during the day and 28°C at night, with about 131 mm of precipitation spread over 9 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, Animal observation and Family and attractions. 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.

The most favorable months in Negombo 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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