Wrightsville Beach in March
March is one of the best months for surfing at Wrightsville Beach.
Plan your trip to Wrightsville 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: 14°C, 5/4 wetsuit and boots
- Air: 19°C by day, 10°C at night
- Weather: 25 sunny days, 9 rainy days
Wrightsville BeachNorth Carolina (New Hanover County), United StatesBeginner-friendly · 5/4 wetsuit and boots · ✈ ILM 13 kmWave height per month (m, average daily max)
Water temperature per month (°C)
Wave height: average daily maximum. Figures from 4 years of weather data (Open-Meteo).
Best time to go →Other spots for surfing in March
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Cocoa BeachUnited States · 703 km away · water 22°C1 m waves2
Folly Beach – The WashoutUnited States · 264 km away · water 16°C1.3 m wavesWithin 1,500 km, ranked by wave height and, a little, warm water.
Where to go surfing in March →Schools and camps near Wrightsville Beach
- The Surf Suites 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 Wrightsville Beach?
March is one of the best months for surfing at Wrightsville Beach. Waves 1.3 m, water 14°C (5/4 wetsuit and boots), air 19°C.
How warm is the water at Wrightsville Beach in March?
About 14°C: 5/4 wetsuit and boots.
How big are the waves at Wrightsville Beach in March?
About 1.3 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Wrightsville Beach in March?
Around 19°C by day and 10°C at night, with about 25 sunny and 9 rainy days.
Where else can I go surfing in March?
Within 1,500 km: Cocoa Beach (1 m waves) & Folly Beach – The Washout (1.3 m waves).