El Emir
El Emir is Punta del Este's most popular surf beach, featuring a famous shipwreck that creates interesting wave patterns. The beach produces consistent peaks and is the center of Uruguay's resort surf scene. The high-rise buildings behind contrast with the natural beauty of the ocean.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- S (180°)
- Direction range
- 135° - 225°
- Size range
- 0.9m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 2.0m
- Height multiplier
- 1.00×
- Ideal period
- 12s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- NNW (335°)
- Offshore range
- 290° - 20°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
Water temp
18°C
Wetsuit
3/2mm fullsuit
Difficulty
4/10
Crowd level
7/10
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at El Emir?
El Emir handles all stages of the tide, so time your session around the wind instead. The live chart above shows the next few days.
What wind direction is offshore at El Emir?
Offshore wind at El Emir blows from the NNW (335°). Anything in the 290° to 20° range grooms the faces; outside it, expect chop or bumpy conditions.
What swell size and direction work best at El Emir?
El Emir wants S swell (135° to 225°) between 0.9m and 2.5m, with a period of 12s or more for quality waves.
When is the best time of year to surf El Emir?
The main season at El Emir is Jan-Dec. Year-round
How do I get to El Emir?
Fly into MVD, then allow about 125 minutes by road.
What kind of wave is El Emir?
El Emir is a beach break, a peak with lefts and rights. Difficulty is rated 4/10.
Best Season
Peak: Jan-Dec
Year-round
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