Cayo Coco - surf spot statistics

Cayo Coco, Cuba, offers predominantly wind swells year-round with minimal ground swell activity, making it inconsistent for advanced surfers seeking powerful waves. The best months for surfable conditions are from November to March, when wind swells peak at around 65-69%, and mean swell sizes hover near 0.7m. However, wind conditions remain challenging throughout the year, with good wind days rarely exceeding 6% (July being the "best" at just 6%). The worst months are June and September, where no-swell probabilities rise above 55%, and mean swell size drops to 0.5m. The lack of ground swells and consistently poor onshore winds (bad conditions 94-97% of the time) limit high-performance surfing, but persistent intermediates may find marginal waves in winter months when wind swell frequency is highest. For consistent, quality surf, this spot is unreliable—better suited for occasional sessions when expectations are tempered.

In July, Cayo Coco typically experiences small and inconsistent surf conditions, making it challenging for advanced surfers. The average swell height is 0.6m with a short 4.1s period, indicating weak and slow-breaking waves. The majority of swells (over 80%) come from the E to ENE direction, mostly in the 0.5-1m range, with occasional slightly larger sets. Wind conditions are often unfavorable, with strong trade winds (10-30kph) from the E to ESE dominating over 60% of the time. Only 6% of winds are ideal for surfing, usually light and offshore. The spot rarely sees surfable conditions above 1.5m, and most sessions would be suited for longboards or beginners when conditions align. Advanced surfers may find occasional clean, knee-to-waist-high waves on lighter wind days, but overall, July is not a prime season for quality surf at this spot. Expect mostly small, wind-affected conditions with limited rideable opportunities.