Playa Carmen
Beach break · Golfo De Nicoya · Beginner → Advanced
Playa Carmen surf today
Forecast for Thursday 15 October
Intermediate : Dark out. Tomorrow looks good — aim for 6h.
Today's score by level (at the day's best, out of 100)
- Beginner —
- Intermediate 79
- Advanced 79
- Waves 1.5 m · 13 s period
- Wind SE 8 km/h (gusts 36 km/h)
- Tides: ▲ 05:00 · ▽ 11:00 · ▲ 17:00
About this spot
Beach suited to improvers and intermediates at all tides, with a reef at the north end that's good at high tide. In dry season, NW swell produces fatter, longer rights and shorter, steeper lefts.
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Playa Carmen in detail
Beginner → Advanced
Ideal for starting out or longboarding. Mellow waves, little current, surf school usually nearby.
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 Playa Carmen
What tide is best for surfing Playa Carmen?
At Playa Carmen, tide isn't a deciding factor: the spot stays surfable across most tide states. Focus on the swell and the wind instead.
Is Playa Carmen suitable for beginners?
Playa Carmen is rather accessible to beginners when the waves stay small and the wind is light. Still, check currents, tide and local guidelines before entering.
What wind is ideal for Playa Carmen?
The ideal wind at Playa Carmen comes broadly from North-East: it's offshore, which helps shape and hold the waves. A strong onshore wind generally degrades conditions.
What surf spots are near Playa Carmen?
Around Playa Carmen, you can also check conditions at Santa Teresa, Playa Hermosa, Playa Caletas. Compare the scores, wind and swell direction before choosing where to surf.