La Bestia

Wave

Wave TypeReef (rocky)
Wave DirectionLeft
BottomReef (coral, sharp rocks etc..)
Wave PowerFast, Hollow, Powerful
ReputationLegendary
Wave Length (best)Average, 50 to 150 meters
Wave Height Min8-10 ft/2.5-3 m
Wave Height Max16 ft+/5 m+

Swell & Wind

Swell DirectionSouth
Swell Direction (degrees)157.5°-247.5°
Best Wind DirectionSouth
Wind Direction (degrees)337.5°-67.5°
Swell Size Min8ft-10ft
Swell Size Max16ft and over

Tide

Experience & Equipment

FrequencyRarely break (less than 5 days/year)
Paddle OutBoat only

Crowds & Access

Crowd (Weekdays)Empty
Crowd (Weekends)Empty
Access DistanceIn the city
Walk DescriptionInstant access (<5 min)
Easy to FindYes
Public AccessYes

Best Time to Surf

Best SeasonJanuary, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October

Seasonal Conditions

Jan-FebMar-AprMay-JunJul-AugSep-OctNov-Dec
WetsuitBoardshortsBoardshortsFull Suit 2/Spring SuitFull Suit 3/2Full Suit 2/Spring SuitSpring Suit
Water Temp22°C22°C18°C16°C17°C19°C
Air Temp23°C22°C18°C16°C17°C20°C
ClimatePartly Cloudy/SunnyPartly Cloudy/SunnyPartly Cloudy/SunnyPartly Cloudy/SunnyPartly Cloudy/SunnyPartly Cloudy/Sunny