Can you swim at Newport Municipal Beach in March? — 15.0°C water
Cool — short dips or a shorty wetsuit
Average sea · March
15.0°C
Live water now
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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 Newport Municipal Beach live page for full conditions.
Best months to swim
August
Frequently asked questions
What is the average sea temperature at Newport Municipal Beach in March?
Newport Municipal Beach averages 15.0°C in March, based on long-run climatology for the Pacific Ocean.
Is the sea warm enough to swim at Newport Municipal Beach in March?
Not without thermal protection — a wetsuit is recommended at 15.0°C.
Do I need a wetsuit at Newport Municipal Beach in March?
