Is April a good time for surfing at Cabo Blanco?
April is a fair month for surfing at Cabo Blanco; the best time is January–March, December. The best surf here comes with the swell direction and winds of its season, not with the biggest waves. Waves 1.7 m, water 24°C (shorty), air 29°C.
Plan your trip to Cabo BlancoEvery 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: 1.7 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 24°C, shorty
- Air: 29°C by day, 23°C at night
- Weather: 29 sunny days, 7 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 April
Within 1,500 km, ranked by wave height and, a little, warm water.
Other surfing spots in Peru in April →Where to go surfing in April →Schools and camps near Cabo Blanco
- Surf Racer House 6.5 km
Camps and schools are from OpenStreetMap; check with them directly before you book.
Questions
Is April a good time for surfing at Cabo Blanco?
April is a fair month for surfing at Cabo Blanco; the best time is January–March, December. The best surf here comes with the swell direction and winds of its season, not with the biggest waves. Waves 1.7 m, water 24°C (shorty), air 29°C.
How warm is the water at Cabo Blanco in April?
About 24°C: shorty.
How big are the waves at Cabo Blanco in April?
About 1.7 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Cabo Blanco in April?
Around 29°C by day and 23°C at night, with about 29 sunny and 7 rainy days.
Where else can I go surfing in April?
Within 1,500 km: Montañita (1.3 m waves), Playa Venao (1.2 m waves) & Lobitos (1.7 m waves).
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