Puerto Cayo
Puerto Cayo is a mellow right point break in a small fishing port. The wave offers fun, workable walls for intermediate surfers during NW swell events, with a quiet village atmosphere.
Puerto Cayo surf forecast
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- NW (315°)
- Direction range
- 290° - 340°
- Size range
- 0.9m - 1.8m
- Ideal size
- 1.3m - 1.6m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- ESE (112°)
- Offshore range
- 90° - 135°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid
- Optimal range
- 0.4m - 1.5m
Water temp
24°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
4/10
Crowd level
2/10
Access: Small fishing port. Easy access.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Puerto Cayo?
The Puerto Cayo profile favors mid 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 Puerto Cayo?
The Puerto Cayo profile uses wind from ESE (112°) as its preferred direction, with an offshore range of 90° to 135°. 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 Puerto Cayo?
The Puerto Cayo scoring profile favors swell from NW (290° to 340°), 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 Puerto Cayo?
The main season at Puerto Cayo is Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr. A secondary window runs May, Jun, Nov. Best December-April with NW swells.
How do I get to Puerto Cayo?
The spot profile lists MEC as a nearby airport. The estimated road transfer is 90 minutes. Small fishing port. Easy access.
What kind of wave is Puerto Cayo?
Puerto Cayo is a point break, a right-hander. Difficulty is rated 4/10.
Best Season
Peak: Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
Secondary: May, Jun, Nov
Best December-April with NW swells.
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