Montanita Beach
Montanita Beach is the beginner-friendly beach break in front of the famous surf town. At high tide, mellow waves offer perfect learning conditions, while numerous surf schools line the sand.
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Spot Details
Swell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- W (270°)
- Direction range
- 225° - 315°
- Size range
- 0.9m - 1.8m
- Ideal size
- 1.5m
- Height multiplier
- 1.00×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- ENE (67°)
- Offshore range
- 45° - 90°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- high
- Optimal range
- 0.4m - 1.5m
Water temp
25°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
3/10
Crowd level
8/10
Access: Main beach in front of town.
Best Season
Peak: Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May
Secondary: Jun-Nov
Year-round. Better at high tide.
Getting There
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