Tofino – Long Beach in August
August is a fair month for surfing at Tofino – Long Beach; the best time is January, November–December.
Plan your trip to Tofino – Long BeachEvery 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: 1.3 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 16°C, 4/3 wetsuit
- Air: 19°C by day, 14°C at night
- Weather: 25 sunny days, 7 rainy days
Tofino – Long BeachBritish Columbia, CanadaBeginner-friendly · 4/3 wetsuit · ✈ YAZ 1 kmWave height: average daily maximum. Figures from 5 years of weather data (Open-Meteo).
Best time to go →Other spots for surfing in August
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Santa Cruz – Cowell'sUnited States · 1381 km away · water 16°C1.4 m waves2
Westport – WashingtonUnited States · 271 km away · water 15°C1.4 m waves3
Mavericks – Half Moon BayUnited States · 1315 km away · water 15°C1.3 m waves4
Short Sands – OregonUnited States · 393 km away · water 13°C1.2 m wavesWithin 1,500 km, ranked by wave height and, a little, warm water.
Where to go surfing in August →Schools and camps near Tofino – Long Beach
- Tofino Surf School 13.1 km
Camps and schools are from OpenStreetMap; check with them directly before you book.
Questions
Is August a good time for surfing at Tofino – Long Beach?
August is a fair month for surfing at Tofino – Long Beach; the best time is January, November–December. Waves 1.3 m, water 16°C (4/3 wetsuit), air 19°C.
How warm is the water at Tofino – Long Beach in August?
About 16°C: 4/3 wetsuit.
How big are the waves at Tofino – Long Beach in August?
About 1.3 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Tofino – Long Beach in August?
Around 19°C by day and 14°C at night, with about 25 sunny and 7 rainy days.
Where else can I go surfing in August?
Within 1,500 km: Santa Cruz – Cowell's (1.4 m waves), Westport – Washington (1.4 m waves) & Mavericks – Half Moon Bay (1.3 m waves).