Is March a good time for surfing at Sydney – Manly Beach?

March is one of the best months for surfing at Sydney – Manly Beach. Waves 2 m, water 23°C (shorty), air 25°C.

Plan your trip to Sydney – Manly BeachEvery month at a glance, daily wind and waves from years of weather statistics, photos, videos and local tips.

Updated November 2026 · weather data 2022–2026

In short

  • Waves: 2 m on average (daily maximum)
  • Water: 23°C, shorty
  • Air: 25°C by day, 19°C at night
  • Weather: 25 sunny days, 17 rainy days

Wave height: average daily maximum. Figures from 5 years of weather data (Open-Meteo).

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Questions

Is March a good time for surfing at Sydney – Manly Beach?

March is one of the best months for surfing at Sydney – Manly Beach. Waves 2 m, water 23°C (shorty), air 25°C.

How warm is the water at Sydney – Manly Beach in March?

About 23°C: shorty.

How big are the waves at Sydney – Manly Beach in March?

About 2 m on average (daily maximum).

What is the weather like at Sydney – Manly Beach in March?

Around 25°C by day and 19°C at night, with about 25 sunny and 17 rainy days.

Where else can I go surfing in March?

Within 1,500 km: Noosa – Noosa River (2 m waves), Noosa – First Point (2 m waves) & Angourie (2 m waves).

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