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Conditions at Arpoador in March
March: Autumn Transition Begins
March is the first sign that winter is knocking. The average swell height climbs to 1.2m (4ft), period lengthens to 10.4s, and the S/SSE component becomes more pronounced-SSE 33%, SE 27%, S 26%. There is also an early SSW signal (2.3%) that hints at the more directional groundswell to come. The longer period is the big deal: 10-14s swells carry more power and are much better at wrapping into Arpoador. Ideal wind readings drop slightly to 51%, with ENE/E trade winds dominating the afternoons. Water temps peak at 23.5°C, making this a great transition month for surfers who want some warmth and the first proper south pulses.
Average Spot conditions at Arpoador in March
Swell history for March
Wind history for March
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Arpoador 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 Arpoador for your next trip in March.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Arpoador 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 Arpoador.