Is March a good time for surfing at Westport – North Beach?
March is a fair month for surfing at Westport – North Beach; the best time is June–September. Waves 0.8 m, water 18°C (4/3 wetsuit), air 19°C.
Plan your trip to Westport – North BeachEvery 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: 0.8 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 18°C, 4/3 wetsuit
- Air: 19°C by day, 13°C at night
- Weather: 24 sunny days, 13 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 New Zealand in March →Where to go surfing in March →Schools and camps near Westport – North Beach
- Bazil's Hostel & Surf School 2.7 km
Camps and schools are from OpenStreetMap; check with them directly before you book.
Questions
Is March a good time for surfing at Westport – North Beach?
March is a fair month for surfing at Westport – North Beach; the best time is June–September. Waves 0.8 m, water 18°C (4/3 wetsuit), air 19°C.
How warm is the water at Westport – North Beach in March?
About 18°C: 4/3 wetsuit.
How big are the waves at Westport – North Beach in March?
About 0.8 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Westport – North Beach in March?
Around 19°C by day and 13°C at night, with about 24 sunny and 13 rainy days.
Where else can I go surfing in March?
Within 1,500 km: Ahipara (2.1 m waves), Raglan – Manu Bay (2 m waves) & Gisborne – Wainui Beach (2.2 m waves).
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