Tofino – Long Beach in January
January is one of the best months for surfing at Tofino – Long Beach.
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: 2.7 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 9°C, 6/5 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves
- Air: 8°C by day, 4°C at night
- Weather: 10 sunny days, 18 rainy days
Tofino – Long BeachBritish Columbia, CanadaBeginner-friendly · 6/5 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves · ✈ 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 January
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Santa Cruz – Cowell'sUnited States · 1381 km away · water 13°C2.4 m waves2
Mavericks – Half Moon BayUnited States · 1315 km away · water 13°C2 m waves3
Westport – WashingtonUnited States · 271 km away · water 9°C3 m waves4
Short Sands – OregonUnited States · 393 km away · water 10°C2.5 m wavesWithin 1,500 km, ranked by wave height and, a little, warm water.
Where to go surfing in January →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 January a good time for surfing at Tofino – Long Beach?
January is one of the best months for surfing at Tofino – Long Beach. Waves 2.7 m, water 9°C (6/5 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves), air 8°C.
How warm is the water at Tofino – Long Beach in January?
About 9°C: 6/5 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves.
How big are the waves at Tofino – Long Beach in January?
About 2.7 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Tofino – Long Beach in January?
Around 8°C by day and 4°C at night, with about 10 sunny and 18 rainy days.
Where else can I go surfing in January?
Within 1,500 km: Santa Cruz – Cowell's (2.4 m waves), Mavericks – Half Moon Bay (2 m waves) & Westport – Washington (3 m waves).