Is December a good time for surfing at Barra de la Cruz?
December is outside the best season for surfing at Barra de la Cruz; the best time is April–September. The best surf here comes with the swell direction and winds of its season, not with the biggest waves. Waves 1.5 m, water 28°C (no wetsuit), air 31°C.
Plan your trip to Barra de la CruzEvery month at a glance, daily wind and waves from years of weather statistics, photos, videos and local tips.Updated November 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Waves: 1.5 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 28°C, no wetsuit
- Air: 31°C by day, 22°C at night
- Weather: 30 sunny days, 0 rainy days
Wave height: average daily maximum. Figures from 5 years of weather data (Open-Meteo).
Best time to go →Other spots for surfing in December
Within 1,500 km, ranked by wave height and, a little, warm water.
Where to go surfing in December →Questions
Is December a good time for surfing at Barra de la Cruz?
December is outside the best season for surfing at Barra de la Cruz; the best time is April–September. The best surf here comes with the swell direction and winds of its season, not with the biggest waves. Waves 1.5 m, water 28°C (no wetsuit), air 31°C.
How warm is the water at Barra de la Cruz in December?
About 28°C: no wetsuit.
How big are the waves at Barra de la Cruz in December?
About 1.5 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Barra de la Cruz in December?
Around 31°C by day and 22°C at night, with about 30 sunny and 0 rainy days.
Where else can I go surfing in December?
Within 1,500 km: Sayulita (1.5 m waves), Witch's Rock – Playa Naranjo (1.4 m waves) & Tamarindo (1.3 m waves).
