The beautiful island country that’s 28C in March and has direct flights from the UK

For decades, Sri Lanka was overlooked by tourists due to its proximity to India, with many favouring the better-known country as a holiday destination.

Over the past years, however, tourists have discovered this island country, perfect for people who want to spend the winter months in the sun.

Sri Lanka has something for every type of tourist – whether people are planning to watch the wildlife in rainforests, tour religious sites or relax on a beach.

And, despite being more than 5400 miles away from the UK, it is linked by hundreds of direct flights every week that can take tourists to the country in around 12 hours.

Most international travellers arrive and depart from Bandaranaike International Airport, which is a little over 20 miles from Sri Lanka’s capital Colombo. 

The best period for holidaymakers to get to this island country is winter in the northern hemisphere.

In March, right before the beginning of the monsoon season, Sri Lanka enjoys long warm days, with nine hours of daily sunshine.

The temperatures in Colombo in March are, on average, around 28C, but highs can hit 32C during the hottest hours of the day. Humidity is often high, but the sandy beaches and blue waters help make it more than bearable. 

Given March is so close to monsoon season, travellers need to pack a waterproof jacket as Colombo is hit, on average, by 70mm of rain during the whole month.

Among some of the best experiences to make while in Sri Lanka, home to eight World Heritage Sites, is visiting its national parks in the hope of seeing up close elephant families, touring Buddhist sites and hiking Hill Country, the mountainous regions in the heart of the country filled with tea plantations.

The country offers a number of different beaches too, whether tourists prefer deserted strips of sand or resorts fully equipped with bars and seafood stalls. 

Water sports, and surfing in particular thanks to the consistent waves in the area, are also an option when holidaying in Sri Lanka.

Another key reason why this island country is a popular holiday destination is the local hospitality, as well as its outstanding food.

Ranging from exotic fruits to spicy food and sweetmeats, tourists are likely to fall in love with a local delicacy during their trip. 

Source: https://www.express.co.uk/travel/articles/1866849/sri-lanka-tourism-visit-march-temperatures