Colombo in March
Great time to visit
Weather remains good but gets warmer and more humid. Crowds thin out, making it a sweet spot for better prices with decent conditions.
Weather
March marks the transition period with temperatures climbing and humidity increasing to around 75%. Still mostly dry but you'll notice the heat building, especially inland from the coast. Occasional afternoon thunderstorms start appearing.
32°C high24°C low7 rain days
Crowds & Cost
moderate crowds
~$75/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Holi celebrations
- •Maha Shivaratri
March Tips
- •Start activities early morning to beat the building heat
- •Carry an umbrella for sudden afternoon showers
- •Hotel prices start dropping after mid-month
All Months
December through March gives you the dry season with temperatures around 27-30°C. This is peak tourist season, so guesthouses charge more and Galle Face Green gets crowded with families.
July and August bring the southwest monsoon, but it's not the city-stopping rain you'd expect. Afternoon showers clear the air and cool things down. Hotel prices drop 30-40% and you'll have temples mostly to yourself.
Avoid April through June – it's hot, humid, and miserable. May hits 35°C with crushing humidity. September through November brings unpredictable weather, but also the best fruit season. Mangoes and rambutans are everywhere and cheap.
Colombo Scores
Solo
7/10
Couples
6/10
Families
6/10
Adventure
6/10
Budget
9/10
Luxury
5/10
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