Guacuco
Guacuco is a fast, fun beach break on Margarita Island's northeast coast, just around the headland from Parguito. The exposed position means it picks up anything the Atlantic sends and has been known to handle hurricane swell. Less crowded than its neighbour, it offers a solid alternative with consistent, punchy waves.
Guacuco surf forecast
Model forecast for swell, wind and tide.
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Spot Details
CustomizeCustomize this spotSwell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- NE (55°)
- Direction range
- 20° - 90°
- Size range
- 1m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 1.7m - 2.1m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 12s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- WSW (245°)
- Offshore range
- 210° - 280°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
- Optimal range
- 0.3m - 1.8m
Water temp
27°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
4/10
Crowd level
4/10
Access: Northeast coast Margarita. Near Parguito.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Guacuco?
The Guacuco profile favors the recorded tide range, ideally between 0.3m and 1.8m 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 Guacuco?
The Guacuco profile uses wind from WSW (245°) as its preferred direction, with an offshore range of 210° to 280°. 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 Guacuco?
The Guacuco scoring profile favors swell from NE (20° to 90°), a swell-height range of 1m to 2.5m, and a reference period of 12s. 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 Guacuco?
The main season at Guacuco is Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr. A secondary window runs Jun-Oct. Year-round NE trade swell. Can hold hurricane swell.
How do I get to Guacuco?
The spot profile lists PMV as a nearby airport. The estimated road transfer is 35 minutes. Northeast coast Margarita. Near Parguito.
What kind of wave is Guacuco?
Guacuco is a beach break, a peak with lefts and rights. Difficulty is rated 4/10.
Best Season
Peak: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
Secondary: Jun-Oct
Year-round NE trade swell. Can hold hurricane swell.
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