Mayarco
Beach break · Pyrénées-Atlantiques · Intermediate → Charger
Mayarco surf today
Forecast for Friday 16 October
Intermediate : Too big for your level. Don't mess with that.
Today's score by level (at the day's best, out of 100)
- Intermediate —
- Advanced 75
- Charger 60
- Waves 1.8 m · 13 s period
- Wind NW 9 km/h (gusts 23 km/h)
- Tides: ▽ 02:00 · ▲ 08:00 · ▽ 14:00 · ▲ 20:00
About this spot
Small quiet beach.
Spot photos
Mayarco in detail
Swell season for your level
- Intermediate: September → May
- Advanced and Charger: November → March
Based on 5 years of offshore swell. The wind, often decisive on summer afternoons, is not in it: check the forecast
Intermediate → Charger
Good level required. You can stand, paddle and read a peak. When it fires, better know what you're doing.
Access & landmarks
Easy beach access, parking usually nearby. Ask locally about seasonal currents.
Safety
Wear an appropriate wetsuit. Scout the currents before you paddle out. Respect the locals and right-of-way. Check weather and tides.
Frequently asked about Mayarco
What tide is best for surfing Mayarco?
Mayarco usually works best around mid-tide. The tide shapes the sandbanks and the depth over the reef, so check the day's tide times before your session.
Is Mayarco suitable for beginners?
Mayarco is rather recommended for intermediate surfers. If you're a beginner, prefer a surf school, a small swell and a suitable tide, or look for a more sheltered nearby spot.
What wind is ideal for Mayarco?
The ideal wind at Mayarco comes broadly from South-East: it's offshore, which helps shape and hold the waves. A strong onshore wind generally degrades conditions.
What surf spots are near Mayarco?
Around Mayarco, you can also check conditions at Lafitenia, Acotz, Erromardie. Compare the scores, wind and swell direction before choosing where to surf.