Kaikōura – Mangamaunu in March
March is a good month for surfing at Kaikōura – Mangamaunu (best: June–July).
Plan your trip to Kaikōura – MangamaunuEvery month at a glance, daily wind and waves from years of weather statistics, photos, videos and local tips.Updated October 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Waves: 2.1 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 16°C, 4/3 wetsuit
- Air: 19°C by day, 12°C at night
- Weather: 26 sunny days, 12 rainy days
Kaikōura – MangamaunuCanterbury (Kaikōura), New ZealandIntermediate and up · 4/3 wetsuit · ✈ BHE 88 kmWave height per month (m, average daily max)
Wave height: average daily maximum. Figures from 4 years of weather data (Open-Meteo).
Best time to go →Other spots for surfing in March
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AhiparaNew Zealand · 795 km away · water 20°C2.1 m waves2
Raglan – Manu BayNew Zealand · 506 km away · water 20°C2 m waves3
Gisborne – Wainui BeachNew Zealand · 543 km away · water 20°C2.2 m waves4
OpunakeNew Zealand · 316 km away · water 19°C2 m waves5
Wellington – Lyall BayNew Zealand · 138 km away · water 18°C2.2 m waves6
Taranaki – Stent RoadNew Zealand · 342 km away · water 19°C1.9 m wavesWithin 1,500 km, ranked by wave height and, a little, warm water.
Where to go surfing in March →Questions
Is March a good time for surfing at Kaikōura – Mangamaunu?
March is a good month for surfing at Kaikōura – Mangamaunu (best: June–July). Waves 2.1 m, water 16°C (4/3 wetsuit), air 19°C.
How warm is the water at Kaikōura – Mangamaunu in March?
About 16°C: 4/3 wetsuit.
How big are the waves at Kaikōura – Mangamaunu in March?
About 2.1 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Kaikōura – Mangamaunu in March?
Around 19°C by day and 12°C at night, with about 26 sunny and 12 rainy days.
Where else can I go surfing in March?
Within 1,500 km: Ahipara (2.1 m waves), Raglan – Manu Bay (2 m waves) & Gisborne – Wainui Beach (2.2 m waves).