Is March a good time for surfing at Playa Grande – Tamarindo?
March is a good month for surfing at Playa Grande – Tamarindo (best: January–February, April–November). Waves 1.3 m, water 29°C (no wetsuit), air 35°C.
Plan your trip to Playa Grande – TamarindoEvery 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: 1.3 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 29°C, no wetsuit
- Air: 35°C by day, 25°C at night
- Weather: 31 sunny days, 6 rainy days
Wave height: average daily maximum. Figures from 5 years of weather data (Open-Meteo).
Best time to go →Other spots for surfing in March
Within 1,500 km, ranked by wave height and, a little, warm water.
Other surfing spots in Costa Rica in March →Where to go surfing in March →Schools and camps near Playa Grande – Tamarindo
- Playa Grande Surf Camp 2.1 km
Camps and schools are from OpenStreetMap; check with them directly before you book.
Questions
Is March a good time for surfing at Playa Grande – Tamarindo?
March is a good month for surfing at Playa Grande – Tamarindo (best: January–February, April–November). Waves 1.3 m, water 29°C (no wetsuit), air 35°C.
How warm is the water at Playa Grande – Tamarindo in March?
About 29°C: no wetsuit.
How big are the waves at Playa Grande – Tamarindo in March?
About 1.3 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Playa Grande – Tamarindo in March?
Around 35°C by day and 25°C at night, with about 31 sunny and 6 rainy days.
Where else can I go surfing in March?
Within 1,500 km: Montañita (1.2 m waves), Ollie's Point – Potrero Grande (1.3 m waves) & Playa Maderas (1.3 m waves).
