Can you swim at Point Dume 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 Point Dume live page for full conditions.
Best months to swim
August
Frequently asked questions
What is the average sea temperature at Point Dume in March?
Point Dume averages 15.0°C in March, based on long-run climatology for the Pacific Ocean.
Is the sea warm enough to swim at Point Dume in March?
Not without thermal protection — a wetsuit is recommended at 15.0°C.
