Tofo in March
March is one of the best months for surfing at Tofo.
Plan your trip to TofoEvery 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: 1.5 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 28°C, no wetsuit
- Air: 28°C by day, 25°C at night
- Weather: 29 sunny days, 18 rainy days
Wave height per month (m, average daily max)
Wave height: average daily maximum. Figures from 5 years of weather data (Open-Meteo).
Best time to go →Other spots for surfing in March
1Within 1,500 km, ranked by wave height and, a little, warm water.
Where to go surfing in March →Schools and camps near Tofo
- Nelson Surf & Lessons Tofo Shop 0.1 km
- Kitesurf Tofo House 0.2 km
- Casa Surf Lodge 0.4 km
Camps and schools are from OpenStreetMap; check with them directly before you book.
Questions
Is March a good time for surfing at Tofo?
March is one of the best months for surfing at Tofo. Waves 1.5 m, water 28°C (no wetsuit), air 28°C.
How warm is the water at Tofo in March?
About 28°C: no wetsuit.
How big are the waves at Tofo in March?
About 1.5 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Tofo in March?
Around 28°C by day and 25°C at night, with about 29 sunny and 18 rainy days.
Where else can I go surfing in March?
Within 1,500 km: Durban (1.9 m waves).