Fiumicino
Fiumicino is Rome's unlikely surf escape—a beachbreak near the capital's airport that works occasionally when Tyrrhenian Sea storms generate rideable swells. The wave itself is nothing special, but the proximity to Rome and the novelty of surfing near ancient civilization's heart give it appeal. Water quality can be questionable near the Tiber River mouth, but dedicated Roman surfers don't have many alternatives. This is Mediterranean surf pragmatism: you surf what's available when it's available.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- W (260°)
- Direction range
- 230° - 300°
- Size range
- 1m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 2.0m
- Height multiplier
- 0.92×
- Ideal period
- 11s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- E (80°)
- Offshore range
- 40° - 120°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
Water temp
15°C
Wetsuit
4/3mm fullsuit
Difficulty
4/10
Crowd level
7/10
Access: Beach access from airport area. Urban setting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Fiumicino?
Fiumicino handles all stages of the tide, so time your session around the wind instead. The live chart above shows the next few days.
What wind direction is offshore at Fiumicino?
Offshore wind at Fiumicino blows from the E (80°). Anything in the 40° to 120° range grooms the faces; outside it, expect chop or bumpy conditions.
What swell size and direction work best at Fiumicino?
Fiumicino wants W swell (230° to 300°) between 1m and 2.5m, with a period of 11s or more for quality waves.
When is the best time of year to surf Fiumicino?
The main season at Fiumicino is Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb. A secondary window runs Oct, Mar. Winter storms. Close to Rome airport.
How do I get to Fiumicino?
Fly into FCO, then allow about 10 minutes by road. Beach access from airport area. Urban setting.
What kind of wave is Fiumicino?
Fiumicino is a beach break, a peak with lefts and rights. Difficulty is rated 4/10.
Best Season
Peak: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
Secondary: Oct, Mar
Winter storms. Close to Rome airport.