Makka
Makka (also known as Yallahs) is Jamaica's premier barrel—a heavy, hollow right that breaks over sharp reef near Kingston. This wave has hosted pro events and earned the respect of traveling surfers worldwide. The local crew is tight-knit and the wave demands skill, but when it's firing, it's Caribbean elite.
Makka surf forecast
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- SE (135°)
- Direction range
- 90° - 180°
- Size range
- 1.2m - 3m
- Ideal size
- 2m - 2.6m
- Height multiplier
- 1.00×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- N (0°)
- Offshore range
- 315° - 45°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid
- Optimal range
- 0.6m - 1.5m
Water temp
27°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
7/10
Crowd level
3/10
Access: Yallahs area east of Kingston.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Makka?
The Makka profile favors mid tide, ideally between 0.6m 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 Makka?
The Makka profile uses wind from N (0°) as its preferred direction, with an offshore range of 315° to 45°. 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 Makka?
The Makka scoring profile favors swell from SE (90° to 180°), a swell-height range of 1.2m to 3m, 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 Makka?
The main season at Makka is Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar. A secondary window runs Sep, Oct. Winter swells and hurricane season.
How do I get to Makka?
The spot profile lists KIN as a nearby airport. The estimated road transfer is 45 minutes. Yallahs area east of Kingston.
What kind of wave is Makka?
Makka is a reef break, a right-hander. Difficulty is rated 7/10.
Best Season
Peak: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Secondary: Sep, Oct
Winter swells and hurricane season.
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