Can you swim at Cabbage Beach in March? — 15.0°C water

Cool — short dips or a shorty wetsuit
Average sea · March
15.0°C
Live water now
Recommended wetsuit
4/3mm fullsuit
mild

Cool. 15.0°C in March means short dips for most people. A 2 mm shorty or 3/2 mm wetsuit transforms the experience.

Monthly averages set expectations, but the specific beach today depends on wind, swell and recent weather. Check the live value at the top of this page or open the Cabbage Beach live page for full conditions.

Best months to swim
June · July · August · September

Frequently asked questions

What is the average sea temperature at Cabbage Beach in March?

Cabbage Beach averages 15.0°C in March, based on long-run climatology for the Atlantic Ocean.

Is the sea warm enough to swim at Cabbage Beach in March?

Not without thermal protection — a wetsuit is recommended at 15.0°C.

Do I need a wetsuit at Cabbage Beach in March?

A 3/2 mm wetsuit makes longer swims comfortable.