Renaca
Renaca is Vina del Mar's most popular surf beach.
Renaca surf forecast
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Spot Details
CustomizeCustomize this spotSwell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- WSW (240°)
- Direction range
- 225° - 280°
- Size range
- 0.6m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 1.5m - 2m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- E (100°)
- Offshore range
- 60° - 140°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
- Optimal range
- 0.3m - 1.5m
Water temp
14°C
Wetsuit
4/3mm fullsuit
Difficulty
3/10
Crowd level
8/10
Access: Beach suburb of Vina del Mar.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Renaca?
The Renaca 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 Renaca?
The Renaca profile uses wind from E (100°) as its preferred direction, with an offshore range of 60° to 140°. 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 Renaca?
The Renaca scoring profile favors swell from WSW (225° to 280°), 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 Renaca?
The main season at Renaca is Mar-Oct. A secondary window runs Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb. Year-round. Very crowded summer.
How do I get to Renaca?
The spot profile lists SCL as a nearby airport. The estimated road transfer is 100 minutes. Beach suburb of Vina del Mar.
What kind of wave is Renaca?
Renaca 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. Very crowded summer.
Getting There
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