Lighthouse
Lighthouse is a consistent reef break near Kingston—offering accessible city surf when swells are running. The classic reef setup delivers 3-6ft waves with reef sharks occasionally cruising through but posing no threat. A good option for surfers based in Jamaica's capital.
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Spot Details
Swell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- NE (45°)
- Direction range
- 20° - 80°
- Size range
- 1.2m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 2.2m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- W (270°)
- Offshore range
- 240° - 300°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid to high
- Optimal range
- 0.6m - 1.8m
Water temp
27°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
6/10
Crowd level
3/10
Access: Near Kingston. Accessible city surf.
Best Season
Peak: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Secondary: Sep, Oct
Consistent 3-6ft. Classic reef. Reef shark present but friendly.
Getting There
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