Maitencillo
Maitencillo is a popular beach resort and surf destination within easy reach of Santiago.
Maitencillo surf forecast
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Spot Details
CustomizeCustomize this spotSwell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SW (230°)
- Direction range
- 215° - 270°
- Size range
- 0.6m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 1.5m - 2m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- E (90°)
- Offshore range
- 50° - 130°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
- Optimal range
- 0.3m - 1.5m
Water temp
14°C
Wetsuit
4/3mm fullsuit
Difficulty
3/10
Crowd level
6/10
Access: Popular beach resort north of Valparaiso.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Maitencillo?
The Maitencillo profile favors the recorded tide range, ideally between 0.3m and 1.5m 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 Maitencillo?
The Maitencillo profile uses wind from E (90°) as its preferred direction, with an offshore range of 50° to 130°. 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 Maitencillo?
The Maitencillo scoring profile favors swell from SW (215° to 270°), a swell-height range of 0.6m 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 Maitencillo?
The main season at Maitencillo is Mar-Oct. A secondary window runs Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb. Year-round waves. Summer crowds.
How do I get to Maitencillo?
The spot profile lists SCL as a nearby airport. The estimated road transfer is 120 minutes. Popular beach resort north of Valparaiso.
What kind of wave is Maitencillo?
Maitencillo is a beach break, a peak with lefts and rights. Difficulty is rated 3/10.
Best Season
Peak: Mar-Oct
Secondary: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
Year-round waves. Summer crowds.
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