Playa Negra Mompiche
Playa Negra is the mellow beach break in Mompiche town, perfect for beginners or when the main point is too powerful. The dark sand beach offers consistent, forgiving waves with an easy paddle out.
Playa Negra Mompiche surf forecast
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- W (270°)
- Direction range
- 235° - 315°
- Size range
- 0.9m - 1.8m
- Ideal size
- 1.3m - 1.6m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- E (90°)
- Offshore range
- 70° - 110°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- high
- Optimal range
- 0.4m - 1.5m
Water temp
26°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
3/10
Crowd level
3/10
Access: Beach break in Mompiche town.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Playa Negra Mompiche?
The Playa Negra Mompiche profile favors high tide, ideally between 0.4m 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 Negra Mompiche?
The Playa Negra Mompiche profile uses wind from E (90°) as its preferred direction, with an offshore range of 70° to 110°. 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 Negra Mompiche?
The Playa Negra Mompiche scoring profile favors swell from W (235° to 315°), a swell-height range of 0.9m to 1.8m, 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 Negra Mompiche?
The main season at Playa Negra Mompiche is Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr. A secondary window runs May-Nov. Works year-round. Best at high tide.
How do I get to Playa Negra Mompiche?
The spot profile lists ESM as a nearby airport. The estimated road transfer is 120 minutes. Beach break in Mompiche town.
What kind of wave is Playa Negra Mompiche?
Playa Negra Mompiche is a beach break, a peak with lefts and rights. Difficulty is rated 3/10.
Best Season
Peak: Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
Secondary: May-Nov
Works year-round. Best at high tide.
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