Puerto Sandino - surf spot statistics

Puerto Sandino is a consistent surf spot with reliable ground swells throughout the year, making it a solid choice for surfers. The best months for surfing are from March to September when ground swell dominance is near or at 100%, and mean swell size ranges from 1.0 to 1.3 meters—offering ideal conditions for intermediate to advanced surfers. March through May provides slightly smaller but cleaner waves (1.0–1.2m), while June to September sees slightly larger swells (1.2–1.3m), though wind conditions are less favorable during this period, with only about 33–38% of days having good offshore winds. The most balanced conditions occur in October and November; October still offers solid swell size (1.2m) with improving wind conditions (43% good winds), and November stands out as the best month overall—good swell size (1.0m), a high 55% chance of favorable winds, and minimal wind swell interference. December through February remains surfable but with smaller waves (0.8–0.9m) and fewer clean wind days, making it less ideal for high-performance surfing. Overall, advanced surfers will appreciate the consistency of Puerto Sandino, with peak conditions centered around the mid-year months for size and late-year months for cleaner wind conditions.

January at Puerto Sandino offers fairly consistent surf conditions with a focus on small to medium-sized waves. The average swell height is 0.8m with a solid period of 13.7s, indicating well-spaced, clean energy. The swell direction is predominantly from the SSW to SW (72% of waves between 0.5-2m), ensuring good shape for the break, though larger swells over 1.5m are rare (only 0.13% from SW). Wind conditions are variable but ideal for surfing 35% of the time. The most common winds are ENE to NE (often 20-30kph), which can create cross-shore or slightly onshore chop, but lighter winds (10-20kph) from the E or ESE occasionally provide cleaner surfaces. While wave size is modest, the long period keeps the surf punchy, making it suitable for intermediate to advanced surfers who can handle the fast, steep takeoffs. Expect occasional blown-out sessions when NE winds pick up, but overall, January delivers decent, surfable conditions.