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Conditions at Playa Cocles in March
March: Late-Season Gems Before the Slump
March remains solid, but the first signs of seasonal weakening appear. Average swell height eases to 1.0m (3.3ft), period drops slightly to 7.7s, and the ideal wind score is still a respectable 46%. The swell mix shifts a bit more toward ENE (24.2%) alongside the dominant NE (70.5%), which can soften the lines and make the beach break a little more forgiving. Most waves fall in the 2-5ft (0.5-1.5m) class, and shoulder-high sets are still frequent enough to keep things fun. Onshore flow from N through ENE increases compared with February, so it pays to watch for the early-morning SW/WSW windows. Air temperatures reach 24.6°C on average, precipitation stays low at 2.0mm/day, and water temperature climbs to 28.0°C.
Average Spot conditions at Playa Cocles in March
Swell history for March
Wind history for March
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Playa Cocles during March. Based on historical data, there is a % probability of groundswell occurring this month. The chart below provides a detailed breakdown of the average wave height distribution, offering deep insights into the swell quality and surf potential you can expect at Playa Cocles for your next trip in March.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Playa Cocles for March. Our analysis shows that favorable offshore or side-shore winds coincide with surfable swell approximately % of the time. The accompanying graph illustrates the average size distribution of waves during these optimal wind windows at Playa Cocles.