Playa Mar Verde
Playa Mar Verde is Cuba's south coast surf option—a beach break near Santiago that picks up SE swells during hurricane season. While less consistent than the north coast, it offers uncrowded waves in Cuba's second city.
Playa Mar Verde surf forecast
Model forecast for swell, wind and tide.
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Spot Details
CustomizeCustomize this spotSwell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SE (135°)
- Direction range
- 100° - 170°
- Size range
- 0.8m - 2m
- Ideal size
- 1.3m - 1.7m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 12s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- NW (315°)
- Offshore range
- 280° - 350°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
- Optimal range
- 0.2m - 2.5m
Water temp
27°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
4/10
Crowd level
1/10
Access: Santiago de Cuba. South coast option.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Playa Mar Verde?
The Playa Mar Verde profile favors the recorded tide range, ideally between 0.2m and 2.5m 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 Mar Verde?
The Playa Mar Verde profile uses wind from NW (315°) as its preferred direction, with an offshore range of 280° to 350°. 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 Mar Verde?
The Playa Mar Verde scoring profile favors swell from SE (100° to 170°), a swell-height range of 0.8m to 2m, and a reference period of 12s. 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 Mar Verde?
The main season at Playa Mar Verde is Sep-Nov. A secondary window runs Dec, Jan, Feb. South coast option during hurricane swells.
How do I get to Playa Mar Verde?
The spot profile lists SCU as a nearby airport. The estimated road transfer is 20 minutes. Santiago de Cuba. South coast option.
What kind of wave is Playa Mar Verde?
Playa Mar Verde is a beach break, a peak with lefts and rights. Difficulty is rated 4/10.
Best Season
Peak: Sep-Nov
Secondary: Dec, Jan, Feb
South coast option during hurricane swells.