Is December a good time for surfing at Cabo Blanco?
December is one of the best months for surfing at Cabo Blanco. The best surf here comes with the swell direction and winds of its season, not with the biggest waves. Waves 1.5 m, water 21°C (3/2 wetsuit), air 27°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: 1.5 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 21°C, 3/2 wetsuit
- Air: 27°C by day, 20°C at night
- Weather: 31 sunny days, 2 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.
Other surfing spots in Peru in December →Where to go surfing in December →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 December a good time for surfing at Cabo Blanco?
December is one of the best months for surfing at Cabo Blanco. The best surf here comes with the swell direction and winds of its season, not with the biggest waves. Waves 1.5 m, water 21°C (3/2 wetsuit), air 27°C.
How warm is the water at Cabo Blanco in December?
About 21°C: 3/2 wetsuit.
How big are the waves at Cabo Blanco in December?
About 1.5 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Cabo Blanco in December?
Around 27°C by day and 20°C at night, with about 31 sunny and 2 rainy days.
Where else can I go surfing in December?
Within 1,500 km: Montañita (1.2 m waves), Máncora (1.6 m waves) & Lobitos (1.5 m waves).
