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Conditions at Punta Burica in March
March: Peak Dry Season and Full Power
March is the best month on paper. Ideal wind peaks at 29%, average swell height climbs to 4ft (1.2m), and the period stretches to 13.6s. SSW swell accounts for a massive 82% of the energy, meaning the swell is hitting the coast on its most direct angle. The height distribution shows a clear lean toward solid surf: 69% of the total energy sits in the 3-5ft (1-1.5m) range, with an extra 7% pushing 5-6ft (1.5-2m). NE offshore flow is more consistent than any other time of year, creating clean, lined-up waves. Rain is still minimal at 1.42mm/day, air temps are 28.8°C, and water temps remain warm at 29.4°C. This is the heart of the Punta Burica season.
Average Spot conditions at Punta Burica in March
Swell history for March
Wind history for March
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Punta Burica 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 Punta Burica for your next trip in March.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Punta Burica 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 Punta Burica.