Playa Mar Verde - surf spot statistics

Playa Mar Verde in Cuba is primarily a windswell-driven spot, with minimal ground swell influence throughout the year. The best months for surfers are generally June and July, when windswell frequency peaks at around 84-85%, swell size averages 0.7m, and favorable wind conditions occur roughly 35-40% of the time. Though these months still see a majority of onshore winds (bad conditions at 60-65%), they offer the most consistent surfable waves. The rest of the year is more inconsistent, with windswell frequencies dropping significantly from September to November (37-46%) and no-swell days becoming dominant (55-62% in October). Swell size rarely exceeds 0.6m, and unfavorable winds prevail, particularly in autumn (September-November), where bad wind conditions reach 74-83%. Winter months (December-February) see a slight uptick in windswell (61-65%) but remain hampered by poor wind conditions (69-71%). Spring and early summer (March-May) are transitional, with windswell hovering around 51-57% and bad winds persisting. For surfers, the narrow window from June to July provides the best balance of swell consistency and occasional clean conditions, though even then, winds are often less than ideal. Outside these months, the spot becomes highly unreliable for quality surfing due to lack of swell and persistent onshore winds.

Playa Mar Verde in August offers generally mellow surf conditions, with an average swell height of 0.6m and a decent period of 7.4s, which can provide some rideable waves, though mostly on the smaller side. The swell predominantly comes from the SE to SSE direction (totaling over 60% of all waves), with the bulk falling in the 0.5-1.5m range—ideal for beginners or longboarders. Larger waves (1.5-2.5m) are rare, occurring less than 10% of the time, mostly from the SSE. Wind conditions are variable, but only 33% of the time are they favorable for surfing, typically light to moderate (10-20kph) and often from the NE to ENE, which may create some cross-shore or onshore effects. Stronger winds (over 20kph) are less frequent but can disrupt conditions. Overall, expect small, playful waves with occasional cleaner sessions when winds align. Not a high-performance month, but suitable for relaxed surfing.