March is a warm and sunny month at Unawatuna Beach, with mostly clear skies and calm waters. This makes it a great time for swimming, sunbathing, snorkeling, and diving. Surfing conditions may be slightly less consistent than in February, but still enjoyable for surfers of various skill levels. Also consider one of our other suggestions for March.
March sees a slight decrease in crowds as the high season starts to wind down. The beach is still fairly busy, but not as crowded as the previous months. The Medin Full Moon Poya Day, a public holiday, falls in March, which may result in a temporary increase in visitors.
The average maximum temperature in Unawatuna Beach in March is 32°. The average maximum temperature is 32° in the previous month and 32° in the next month.
The average temperature in Unawatuna Beach in March is 28°. The average temperature ranges is 27° in the previous month and 28° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Unawatuna Beach in March is 24°. The minimum temperature is 23° in the previous month and 25° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Unawatuna Beach in March are 12.1 and there are 8.8 hours of sunshine per day on average during March making it a sunny month with few clouds.
The ultraviolet index in Unawatuna Beach in March is typically 15.1 during March. An ultraviolet index reading above 11 indicates an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 10 minutes. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Unawatuna Beach in March is 28.3° which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.
The average maximum wind speed in Unawatuna Beach in March is typically 19kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 21kmh in the previous month and 19kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Unawatuna Beach in March is typically 9kmh. The average wind speed is 11kmh in the previous month and 9kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Unawatuna Beach in March is from the North West.
