Conditions at Domes in March
March: The Last Roar of Winter, Transitioning into Spring
March is the last true winter month. Average swell 1.5m (5ft), period 10.0s, swell direction still NE/ENE heavy (NE 32.5%, ENE 22.7%), with NNW swell at 4.7%. Ideal wind 64%. The atmosphere starts to warm up (air max 29.3°C, water 26.4°C), and rain picks up slightly to 1.56 mm/day.
As the spring transition begins, the trade winds may become slightly more variable, offering more opportunities for clean conditions. Still, the lack of true W/NW groundswell keeps Domes from firing on all cylinders, but there are definitely waves to be had.
Average Spot conditions at Domes in March
Swell history for March
Wind history for March
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Domes 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 Domes for your next trip in March.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Domes 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 Domes.