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.

October at Puerto Sandino delivers consistent surf with a favorable swell pattern for intermediate to advanced surfers. The average swell height is 1.2m, with a strong mean period of 14.5s, indicating well-organized, powerful waves. The majority of swells arrive from the SW (47.23% of waves in the 1-1.5m range) and SSW (12.39% in the same range), generating clean, peeling waves ideal for performance surfing. Larger sets (1.5-2.5m) occur frequently enough (15-20% of the time) to challenge experienced riders. Wind conditions are surfable 43% of the time, with the biggest issues being ENE/NE winds (10-30kph) causing chop or side-shore effects. Mornings often see lighter winds, while afternoons can get bumpy. Expect a mix of mid-sized, high-quality walls and occasional overhead days, making it one of Nicaragua’s more reliable setups in October. Bring a step-up board for bigger days.