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