Is March a good time for surfing at Tamarindo?

March is a good month for surfing at Tamarindo (best: January–February, April–November). Waves 1.3 m, water 29°C (no wetsuit), air 34°C.

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Updated November 2026 · weather data 2022–2026

In short

  • Waves: 1.3 m on average (daily maximum)
  • Water: 29°C, no wetsuit
  • Air: 34°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).

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Other spots for surfing in March

Within 1,500 km, ranked by wave height and, a little, warm water.

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Schools and camps near Tamarindo

  • Blue Water 0.2 km
  • Escuela de Surf Salty Sol 0.9 km

Camps and schools are from OpenStreetMap; check with them directly before you book.

Questions

Is March a good time for surfing at Tamarindo?

March is a good month for surfing at Tamarindo (best: January–February, April–November). Waves 1.3 m, water 29°C (no wetsuit), air 34°C.

How warm is the water at Tamarindo in March?

About 29°C: no wetsuit.

How big are the waves at Tamarindo in March?

About 1.3 m on average (daily maximum).

What is the weather like at Tamarindo in March?

Around 34°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).

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