Bentota in March
7.0out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 30°C. Frequent rain: about 14 rainy days.
30°CAvg high
25°CAvg low
14Rainy days (79 mm)
11:57 hDaylight
06:21Sunrise · 18:18 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 30°C
- Frequent rain: about 14 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±6.2 days)
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in March varies a lot between years (±6.2 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°C | 24°C | 78 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.6 |
| February | 29°C | 24°C | 66 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.8 |
| March | 30°C | 25°C | 79 mm | 14 | – | – | 7.0 |
| April | 30°C | 25°C | 189 mm | 25 | – | – | 5.9 |
| May | 29°C | 26°C | 337 mm | 30 | – | – | 6.1 |
| June | 28°C | 26°C | 329 mm | 29 | – | – | 6.1 |
| July | 28°C | 25°C | 293 mm | 29 | – | – | 6.1 |
| August | 28°C | 25°C | 266 mm | 29 | – | – | 6.1 |
| September | 28°C | 25°C | 292 mm | 28 | – | – | 6.1 |
| October | 28°C | 25°C | 353 mm | 28 | – | – | 6.1 |
| November | 28°C | 24°C | 333 mm | 24 | – | – | 6.1 |
| December | 28°C | 24°C | 183 mm | 19 | – | – | 6.1 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Bentota in March?
Daytime highs average 30°C and nights about 25°C.
When is the best time to visit Bentota?
The best months are February, January.