March Weather in Jaffna

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Jaffna, Sri Lanka, during March is characterized by an average temperature of 28°C (82°F). Highs can soar to 30°C (87°F), while lows may dip to 25°C (78°F). Typically, the humidity level in Jaffna throughout March hovers around 69%.

25°C (78°F)

Minimum temperature

28°C (82°F)

Average temperature

30°C (87°F)

Maximum temperature

69%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In March, Jaffna averages 18 mm (0.7 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 5 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 3 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 11 hours 10 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 60% probability of sunny days during this period.

18 mm (0.7 inches)

Precipitation

5 rainy days

Rainy days

11 hours 10 minutes

Sunshine hours

60%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In March, the UV Index in Jaffna reaches a maximum of 14, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 2 4 7 11 13 14 12 9 5 2 1 0 0
Exposure Low Moderate High Extreme VeryHigh Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 10 min 15 min 30 min 45 min

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