San Benedetto del Tronto
San Benedetto del Tronto represents the extreme challenge of Adriatic Sea surfing—a beach that might see rideable waves 10 times per winter when rare Bora wind storms generate short-period swells. The Adriatic is a tiny, enclosed sea that simply doesn't produce consistent surf, but determined Italian surfers on the east coast chase every hint of swell with religious devotion. When it works, the novelty and uncrowded reality make it worthwhile. This is surf culture at its most dedicated and optimistic.
San Benedetto del Tronto surf forecast
Model forecast for swell, wind and tide.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- E (80°)
- Direction range
- 40° - 120°
- Size range
- 1m - 2m
- Ideal size
- 1.5m - 1.8m
- Height multiplier
- 1.00×
- Ideal period
- 9s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- W (280°)
- Offshore range
- 240° - 320°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
Water temp
14°C
Wetsuit
4/3mm fullsuit
Difficulty
4/10
Crowd level
4/10
Access: Beach town access. Tourist infrastructure.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at San Benedetto del Tronto?
The San Benedetto del Tronto profile does not specify a preferred tide stage. That does not mean tide has no effect: check local conditions alongside swell and wind.
What wind direction is offshore at San Benedetto del Tronto?
The San Benedetto del Tronto profile uses wind from W (280°) as its preferred direction, with an offshore range of 240° to 320°. 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 San Benedetto del Tronto?
The San Benedetto del Tronto scoring profile favors swell from E (40° to 120°), a swell-height range of 1m to 2m, and a reference period of 9s. 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 San Benedetto del Tronto?
The main season at San Benedetto del Tronto is Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb. A secondary window runs Mar, Oct. Adriatic winter storms. Extremely rare.
How do I get to San Benedetto del Tronto?
The spot profile lists AOI as a nearby airport. The estimated road transfer is 60 minutes. Beach town access. Tourist infrastructure.
What kind of wave is San Benedetto del Tronto?
San Benedetto del Tronto is a beach break, a peak with lefts and rights. Difficulty is rated 4/10.
Best Season
Peak: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
Secondary: Mar, Oct
Adriatic winter storms. Extremely rare.