Puerto Azul
Puerto Azul is an unusual Venezuelan surf spot that faces southwest, picking up swell from a completely different direction than the country's typical N-NE facing breaks. When the trade swell spots are flat, Puerto Azul can have waves—making it a handy alternative for Caracas surfers. The sandy bottom and gentle waves suit beginners and longboarders.
Puerto Azul surf forecast
Model forecast for swell, wind and tide.
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Spot Details
CustomizeCustomize this spotSwell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SW (225°)
- Direction range
- 190° - 260°
- Size range
- 0.8m - 2m
- Ideal size
- 1.3m - 1.7m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 12s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- NE (45°)
- Offshore range
- 10° - 80°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
- Optimal range
- 0.3m - 1.8m
Water temp
27°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
3/10
Crowd level
3/10
Access: Very close to CCS airport on the Vargas coast.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Puerto Azul?
The Puerto Azul 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 Puerto Azul?
The Puerto Azul profile uses wind from NE (45°) as its preferred direction, with an offshore range of 10° to 80°. 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 Puerto Azul?
The Puerto Azul scoring profile favors swell from SW (190° to 260°), a swell-height range of 0.8m to 2m, 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 Puerto Azul?
The main season at Puerto Azul is Jun-Oct. A secondary window runs Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar. SW swell window—unusual for Venezuela. Works when trade swell spots are flat.
How do I get to Puerto Azul?
The spot profile lists CCS as a nearby airport. The estimated road transfer is 20 minutes. Very close to CCS airport on the Vargas coast.
What kind of wave is Puerto Azul?
Puerto Azul is a beach break, a peak with lefts and rights. Difficulty is rated 3/10.
Best Season
Peak: Jun-Oct
Secondary: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
SW swell window—unusual for Venezuela. Works when trade swell spots are flat.
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