Reef
both
Level 6/10

Indigo's

Abaco, Bahamas
🪸Sharp reef🦈Sharks

Indigo's is another quality reef break in the Abacos chain—offering both lefts and rights when NE swells arrive. The wave provides a less crowded alternative to better-known Bahamas spots, with clear water and a relaxed tropical vibe.

Indigo's surf forecast

Model forecast for swell, wind and tide.

10-Day Forecast
Today20
3
Poor
0.5m@8s
10km/h
Mon21
2
Poor
0.6m@8s
15km/h
Tue22
15
Poor
0.5m@9s
9km/h
Wed23
15
Poor
0.4m@8s
8km/h
Thu24
13
Poor
0.4m@9s
11km/h
Fri25
83
Firing
1.3m@13s
5km/h
Sat26
53
Fair
1.2m@12s
13km/h
Sun27
22
Poor
1.1m@11s
15km/h
Mon28
20
Poor
1.0m@10s
18km/h
Tue29
68
Good
1.3m@13s
19km/h
5+ days out, less certain

Today's Conditions

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Best session: AfternoonAM 12 km/h · PM 10 km/h · Mid tide at 3pm (0.8m)
Swell
0.5m
ESE(102°)
Score: 1/25
Period
8s
Short period / windswell
Score: 2/25
Wind
10km/h
SE(135°)
Score: 10/25
Weather
28°C
2.0mm99%
First light 6:26amSunrise 6:56amSunset 7:06pmLast light 7:36pm
Secondary0.2mConfidence
100%

Location & Conditions

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0°45°90°135°180°225°270°315°NESW
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Hourly Forecast, Tide & Strike Windows

Strike window: 11:16am–7:36pm · through highIdeal tide: 0.3–1.2m
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2m1.0
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swell
windkm/h
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11g14
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6g12
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17g29
11g23
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tidem
2:42am0.5m
8:30am0.1m
3:30pm0.8m
10:06pm0.2m
3:40am0.5m
9:30am0.1m
4:15pm0.7m
4:30am0.6m
10:30am0.1m
5:03pm0.8m
5:10am0.6m
11:16am0.0m
5:37pm0.8m
5:56am0.7m
12:07pm0.0m
6:30pm0.8m
12:36am0.1m
6:43am0.8m
12:51pm0.0m
7:06pm0.8m
1:08am0.1m
7:20am0.9m
1:36pm0.0m
7:43pm0.8m
1:46am0.1m
8:05am1.0m
2:30pm0.0m
8:30pm0.8m
2:30am0.0m
8:55am1.0m
3:18pm0.0m
Ideal tideStrike windowNight

Tide times today

2:42 am
High tide - 0.51m
8:30 am
Low tide - 0.09m
3:30 pm
High tide - 0.76m
10:06 pm
Low tide - 0.19m
Times shown in spot-local time.

Strike Score Breakdown

3
Poor
Components
Swell Direction1/25
Swell Size1/25
Swell Period2/25
Wind10/25
Raw Score14/100
Adjustments
🌊 Tide+5
⚠️ Weak Component-5
📉 Undersized Swell-11
🚫 Undersized Capmax 15
Adjusted Score3/100
Confidence
Multiplier×1.00
Final Score3
🌊 Optimal tide window

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Swell Requirements

Optimal direction
NE (45°)
Direction range
20° - 80°
Size range
1.2m - 2.5m
Ideal size
1.8m - 2.2m
Height multiplier
0.97×
Ideal period
14s+

Wind Requirements

Optimal direction
W (270°)
Offshore range
240° - 300°

Tide Requirements

Optimal tide
low to mid
Optimal range
0.3m - 1.2m

Water temp

26°C

Wetsuit

Boardshorts / Rashguard

Difficulty

6/10

Crowd level

2/10

Access: Abaco island. Part of Abacos chain.

Frequently Asked Questions

What tide is best at Indigo's?

The Indigo's profile favors low to mid tide, ideally between 0.3m and 1.2m on the local tide chart. Compare this preference with the forecast tide and local conditions before choosing a session.

What wind direction is offshore at Indigo's?

The Indigo's profile uses wind from W (270°) as its preferred direction, with an offshore range of 240° to 300°. Wind speed matters too: light winds outside that range can still produce surfable conditions, while strong offshore winds can make takeoffs difficult.

What swell size and direction work best at Indigo's?

The Indigo's scoring profile favors swell from NE (20° to 80°), a swell-height range of 1.2m to 2.5m, and a reference period of 14s. These are model inputs, not guaranteed breaking-wave heights or a promise that the surf will suit every ability.

When is the best time of year to surf Indigo's?

The main season at Indigo's is Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar. A secondary window runs Sep, Oct. Winter swells. Quality reef in the Abacos chain.

How do I get to Indigo's?

The spot profile lists MHH as a nearby airport. The estimated road transfer is 30 minutes. Abaco island. Part of Abacos chain.

What kind of wave is Indigo's?

Indigo's is a reef break, a peak with lefts and rights. Difficulty is rated 6/10.

Best Season

Peak: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar

Secondary: Sep, Oct

Winter swells. Quality reef in the Abacos chain.

Getting There

Airport
MHH
Drive time
30 min
Data quality
verified

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