Quequén
Quequén is known for its seasonal sandbar quality, with February and March typically producing the best configured banks. The rivermouth influences sand deposition, creating conditions that can be excellent or disappointing depending on recent weather patterns.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- SSE (157°)
- Direction range
- 135° - 200°
- Size range
- 0.9m - 2m
- Ideal size
- 1.4m - 1.7m
- Height multiplier
- 0.92×
- Ideal period
- 12s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- N (0°)
- Offshore range
- 315° - 45°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- low to mid
Water temp
16°C
Wetsuit
4/3mm fullsuit
Difficulty
4/10
Crowd level
3/10
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Quequén?
Quequén is a beach break in Quequén, Argentina, with peaks that run both left and right.
What swell works best at Quequén?
Quequén picks up swell from the SE round to the SSW, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the SSE. It starts working at around 0.9m and handles up to about 2m, with the sweet spot around 1.4 to 1.7m. Period matters too: aim for 12s or longer, as anything under 8s tends to be weak. These are the numbers our scoring uses, so treat them as a guide rather than a promise.
What wind is offshore at Quequén?
A N wind is dead offshore at Quequén, and anything from the NW round to the NE keeps it clean. The morning is typically the best window, roughly 5am to 10am. Light winds from other directions can still be fine; strong offshores can make it hard to get into waves.
What tide is best at Quequén?
Quequén is at its best around the low to mid tide.
When is the best time of year to surf Quequén?
The most reliable run of swell at Quequén comes Oct to Mar. Best Feb-March when sandbars align.
How cold is the water at Quequén?
The water at Quequén averages around 16°C, so you'll want a 4/3mm fullsuit. It shifts a few degrees through the year, so check the season before you pack.
Is Quequén good for beginners?
It's more of an intermediate wave, rated 4/10 for difficulty, so newer surfers are best off sticking to the smaller days. The lineup is usually quiet (crowd 3/10).
How do I get to Quequén?
The nearest airport on our list is NQN, then it's roughly a 55-minute drive.
What other surf spots are near Quequén?
The closest breaks we track are Necochea (2.3 km), handy when Quequén isn't working.
Best Season
Peak: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Best Feb-March when sandbars align
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