Lebu
Lebu is a rugged beach break in the former coal mining region.
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Spot Details
CustomizeCustomize this spotSwell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SW (235°)
- Direction range
- 220° - 280°
- Size range
- 1m - 4m
- Ideal size
- 2.3m - 3.3m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 16s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- E (95°)
- Offshore range
- 55° - 135°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
- Optimal range
- 0.3m - 1.6m
Water temp
11°C
Wetsuit
5/4mm + boots
Difficulty
5/10
Crowd level
2/10
Access: Coal mining town.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Lebu?
Lebu is a beach break in Biobio Region, Chile, with peaks that run both left and right.
What swell works best at Lebu?
Lebu picks up swell from the SW round to the W, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the SW. It starts working at around 1m and handles up to about 4m, with the sweet spot around 2.3 to 3.3m. Period matters too: aim for 16s or longer, as anything under 12s 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 Lebu?
An E wind is dead offshore at Lebu, and anything from the NE round to the SE keeps it clean. The morning is typically the best window, roughly 6am to 11am. Light winds from other directions can still be fine; strong offshores can make it hard to get into waves.
What tide is best at Lebu?
Lebu has a preferred tide range, roughly 0.3m to 1.6m on the local chart.
When is the best time of year to surf Lebu?
The most reliable run of swell at Lebu comes Mar to Oct. There's a second window in Nov to Feb too. Consistent year-round. Cold and powerful.
How cold is the water at Lebu?
The water at Lebu averages around 11°C, so you'll want a 5/4mm with boots. It shifts a few degrees through the year, so check the season before you pack.
Is Lebu good for beginners?
It's more of an intermediate wave, rated 5/10 for difficulty, so newer surfers are best off sticking to the smaller days. The lineup is usually quiet (crowd 2/10). Powerful beach break. Cold water.
How do I get to Lebu?
The nearest airport on our list is CCP, then it's roughly a 3-hour drive. Coal mining town.
Best Season
Peak: Mar-Oct
Secondary: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
Consistent year-round. Cold and powerful.
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