Cocoa
Cocoa is Martinique's most dangerous wave—a fast, powerful left that breaks over sharp reef on the Tartane peninsula. The wave demands respect and experience, with shallow coral and strong currents creating serious consequences. For expert surfers only.
Cocoa surf forecast
Model forecast for swell, wind and tide.
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Spot Details
CustomizeCustomize this spotSwell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- NE (45°)
- Direction range
- 20° - 80°
- Size range
- 1.2m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 1.8m - 2.2m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- W (270°)
- Offshore range
- 240° - 300°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- low to mid
- Optimal range
- 0.3m - 1.2m
Water temp
27°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
8/10
Crowd level
3/10
Access: Tartane peninsula. Technical reef entry.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Cocoa?
The Cocoa profile favors low to mid tide, ideally between 0.3m and 1.2m 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 Cocoa?
The Cocoa profile uses wind from W (270°) as its preferred direction, with an offshore range of 240° to 300°. 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 Cocoa?
The Cocoa scoring profile favors swell from NE (20° to 80°), a swell-height range of 1.2m to 2.5m, 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 Cocoa?
The main season at Cocoa is Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar. A secondary window runs Sep, Oct. Winter swells. Fast and powerful left.
How do I get to Cocoa?
The spot profile lists FDF as a nearby airport. The estimated road transfer is 45 minutes. Tartane peninsula. Technical reef entry.
What kind of wave is Cocoa?
Cocoa is a reef break, a left-hander. Difficulty is rated 8/10.
Best Season
Peak: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Secondary: Sep, Oct
Winter swells. Fast and powerful left.
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