End of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Kandy in March
Kandy warms up: highs climb to 86°F (30°C), from 82°F in February, with lows of 66°F (19°C) and about 3.8 in (96 mm) of rain.
At 68/100 for comfort (3rd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 86°F (30°C)
- Avg low
- 66°F (19°C)
- Rain
- 3.8 in (96 mm)
- Humidity
- 77%
- Cloud cover
- 55%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 57 min
- Comfort score
- 68/100 · Good
What March feels like
Heat sets the pace, with highs around 86°F (30°C). Get out early and keep the hottest hours for somewhere cool.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 66°F (19°C).
Humidity averages 77%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.8 in (96 mm).
Plan around March
March is one of Kandy's best months on the climate data.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by April, the score drops to 55/100.
- Comfort slips from 74/100 in February to 68/100.
- March sits inside the Dec – Apr window our Sri Lanka: Rock Forts to the South Coast route recommends.
What to pack for March
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 86°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- Quick-dry fabrics77% average humidity
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Kandy in March
Start early and take shelter at midday: the picks below pair morning outings with places to cool off.
Slightly Chilled Lounge Bar
Hillside bar above the lake with views of the Temple of the Tooth.
Why now March scores 68/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Kandy Lake
Man-made lake in the town center with a shady walking loop.
Why now Highs near 86°F and 3.8 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Kandy Muslim Hotel
Central canteen for chicken kottu, roti and curries.
Why now A break from 86°F afternoons.
Ceylon Tea Museum
Former tea factory in the hills with old machinery and a top-floor tasting room.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Royal Botanic Gardens, Peradeniya
147 acres of palms, orchids, giant bamboo and a vast Javan fig tree.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in March
- Ella in March~41 mi · highs 78°F, 4.0 in rain · 4°C (8°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Sigiriya & Dambulla in March~47 mi · highs 89°F, 3.4 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Galle in March~91 mi · highs 84°F, 4.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~297 m to Kandy's ~504 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Kandy in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Kandy?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 68/100. Expect highs of 86°F (30°C) and 3.8 in (96 mm) of rain. March is inside the Dec – Apr window our Sri Lanka: Rock Forts to the South Coast route recommends.
How hot is Kandy in March?
Average highs are 86°F (30°C) and average lows 66°F (19°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Kandy in March?
Some: about 3.8 in (96 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 5th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 64.8 in (1645 mm).
What should I pack for Kandy in March?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 86°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), quick-dry fabrics (77% average humidity) and packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely).
Routes in season in March
- Sri Lanka: Rock Forts to the South Coast Dec – Apr
Planning Kandy in March?
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