San Mateo
San Mateo is a quality left point break near Manta that comes alive during NW swell events. The wave wraps around a rocky point in a traditional fishing village, offering long walls and occasional barrels.
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Spot Details
Swell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- NNW (337°)
- Direction range
- 315° - 360°
- Size range
- 1.2m - 3m
- Ideal size
- 2.5m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 16s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- ESE (112°)
- Offshore range
- 90° - 135°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid
- Optimal range
- 0.4m - 1.5m
Water temp
25°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
6/10
Crowd level
3/10
Access: Near Manta. Fishing village.
Best Season
Peak: Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
Secondary: May, Nov
Best December-April with N-NW swells.
Getting There
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