La Pedrera in May
May is one of the best months for surfing at La Pedrera.
Plan your trip to La PedreraEvery month at a glance, daily wind and waves from years of weather statistics, photos, videos and local tips.Updated October 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Waves: 2 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 17°C, 4/3 wetsuit
- Air: 18°C by day, 11°C at night
- Weather: 22 sunny days, 8 rainy days
La PedreraRocha, UruguayBeginner-friendly · 4/3 wetsuit · ✈ PDP 93 kmWave height per month (m, average daily max)
Wave height: average daily maximum. Figures from 5 years of weather data (Open-Meteo).
Best time to go →Other spots for surfing in May
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Florianópolis – JoaquinaBrazil · 943 km away · water 22°C1.5 m waves2
Ilha do MelBrazil · 1151 km away · water 24°C1.4 m waves3
Mar del PlataArgentina · 489 km away · water 15°C1.5 m wavesWithin 1,500 km, ranked by wave height and, a little, warm water.
Where to go surfing in May →Questions
Is May a good time for surfing at La Pedrera?
May is one of the best months for surfing at La Pedrera. Waves 2 m, water 17°C (4/3 wetsuit), air 18°C.
How warm is the water at La Pedrera in May?
About 17°C: 4/3 wetsuit.
How big are the waves at La Pedrera in May?
About 2 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at La Pedrera in May?
Around 18°C by day and 11°C at night, with about 22 sunny and 8 rainy days.
Where else can I go surfing in May?
Within 1,500 km: Florianópolis – Joaquina (1.5 m waves), Ilha do Mel (1.4 m waves) & Mar del Plata (1.5 m waves).