La Rosa Nautica
La Rosa Nautica is a beach break adjacent to the famous pier restaurant of the same name - an iconic Lima landmark. The beginner-friendly waves offer convenient urban surfing with post-session ceviche just steps away.
La Rosa Nautica surf forecast
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Spot Details
CustomizeCustomize this spotSwell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SW (225°)
- Direction range
- 200° - 250°
- Size range
- 0.9m - 1.8m
- Ideal size
- 1.3m - 1.6m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- ESE (112°)
- Offshore range
- 90° - 135°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid to high
- Optimal range
- 0.4m - 1.5m
Water temp
17°C
Wetsuit
3/2mm fullsuit
Difficulty
3/10
Crowd level
7/10
Access: Near famous pier restaurant.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at La Rosa Nautica?
The La Rosa Nautica profile favors mid to high tide, ideally between 0.4m 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 La Rosa Nautica?
The La Rosa Nautica profile uses wind from ESE (112°) as its preferred direction, with an offshore range of 90° to 135°. 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 La Rosa Nautica?
The La Rosa Nautica scoring profile favors swell from SW (200° to 250°), a swell-height range of 0.9m to 1.8m, 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 La Rosa Nautica?
The main season at La Rosa Nautica is Mar-Oct. A secondary window runs Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb. Year-round. Near famous restaurant.
How do I get to La Rosa Nautica?
The spot profile lists LIM as a nearby airport. The estimated road transfer is 20 minutes. Near famous pier restaurant.
What kind of wave is La Rosa Nautica?
La Rosa Nautica is a beach break, a peak with lefts and rights. Difficulty is rated 3/10.
Best Season
Peak: Mar-Oct
Secondary: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
Year-round. Near famous restaurant.
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