Maycocks
Maycocks is Barbados's answer to J-Bay—a long, perfectly lined-up right that peels along a coral reef on the northwest coast. When clean N-NW swells arrive in winter, the wave offers multiple barrel sections connected by racing walls. The east trade winds blow offshore here, creating groomed conditions most mornings. One of the Caribbean's true world-class waves.
Maycocks surf forecast
Model forecast for swell, wind and tide.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- N (350°)
- Direction range
- 320° - 20°
- Size range
- 1.2m - 3m
- Ideal size
- 2m - 2.6m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- E (90°)
- Offshore range
- 60° - 120°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- low to mid
- Optimal range
- 0.3m - 1.2m
Water temp
27°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
7/10
Crowd level
4/10
Access: Northwest coast. Reef entry.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Maycocks?
The Maycocks 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 Maycocks?
The Maycocks profile uses wind from E (90°) as its preferred direction, with an offshore range of 60° to 120°. 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 Maycocks?
The Maycocks scoring profile favors swell from N (320° to 20°), a swell-height range of 1.2m to 3m, 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 Maycocks?
The main season at Maycocks is Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr. A secondary window runs Sep, Oct. Winter N-NW swells. Hurricane swells in fall.
How do I get to Maycocks?
The spot profile lists BGI as a nearby airport. The estimated road transfer is 40 minutes. Northwest coast. Reef entry.
What kind of wave is Maycocks?
Maycocks is a reef break, a right-hander. Difficulty is rated 7/10.
Best Season
Peak: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
Secondary: Sep, Oct
Winter N-NW swells. Hurricane swells in fall.
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