Playa Brava Antofagasta
Playa Brava is Antofagasta's primary surf beach in Chile's mining region.
Playa Brava Antofagasta surf forecast
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- SW (230°)
- Direction range
- 200° - 270°
- Size range
- 0.8m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 1.6m - 2.1m
- 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
16°C
Wetsuit
4/3mm fullsuit
Difficulty
4/10
Crowd level
4/10
Access: Central Antofagasta. Beach access from Avenida.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Playa Brava Antofagasta?
The Playa Brava Antofagasta 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 Playa Brava Antofagasta?
The Playa Brava Antofagasta 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 Playa Brava Antofagasta?
The Playa Brava Antofagasta scoring profile favors swell from SW (200° to 270°), a swell-height range of 0.8m 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 Playa Brava Antofagasta?
The main season at Playa Brava Antofagasta is Mar-Oct. A secondary window runs Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb. Year-round waves. Best autumn to spring.
How do I get to Playa Brava Antofagasta?
The spot profile lists ANF as a nearby airport. The estimated road transfer is 10 minutes. Central Antofagasta. Beach access from Avenida.
What kind of wave is Playa Brava Antofagasta?
Playa Brava Antofagasta is a beach break, a peak with lefts and rights. Difficulty is rated 4/10.
Best Season
Peak: Mar-Oct
Secondary: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
Year-round waves. Best autumn to spring.
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