Surfing in Peru
4 surfing spots in Peru. The colours show each month: the stronger, the better for surfing.
Updated October 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Best waves in Peru: March–September (around 1.7 m, water 21°C, 3/2 wetsuit).
- Smaller waves and the warmest water, good for beginners: February–March (around 1.4 m, water 24°C, shorty).
- Top picks: Máncora, Lobitos & Punta Hermosa.
- For beginners: Máncora.
Regions
MáncoraPiura, Peru · best May–OctoberBeginner-friendly · 22°C water in season, shorty · ✈ TYL 56 km
LobitosPiura, Peru · best May–OctoberIntermediate and up · 21°C water in season, 3/2 wetsuit · ✈ TYL 14 km
Punta HermosaLima, Peru · best May–SeptemberIntermediate and up · 19°C water in season, 3/2 wetsuit · ✈ LIM 46 km
ChicamaLa Libertad, Peru · best April–NovemberIntermediate and up · 19°C water in season, 3/2 wetsuit · ✈ TRU 56 kmWave height: average daily maximum.
Month by month in Peru
| Month | Waves | Water | Wetsuit | Air |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 1.4 m | 21°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 27°C |
| FebruaryFeb | 1.4 m | 24°C | shorty | 28°C |
| MarchMar | 1.5 m | 24°C | shorty | 28°C |
| AprilApr | 1.6 m | 23°C | shorty | 27°C |
| MayMay | 1.8 m | 21°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 26°C |
| JuneJun | 1.8 m | 21°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 25°C |
| JulyJul | 1.7 m | 21°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 24°C |
| AugustAug | 1.8 m | 20°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 24°C |
| SeptemberSep | 1.8 m | 20°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 24°C |
| OctoberOct | 1.7 m | 19°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 24°C |
| NovemberNov | 1.6 m | 19°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 24°C |
| DecemberDec | 1.4 m | 20°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 26°C |
Averages of the 4 spots on this page. Best months highlighted. Air: average daytime high.
Questions
When is the best time for surfing in Peru?
Best waves in Peru: March–September (around 1.7 m, water 21°C, 3/2 wetsuit). Smaller waves and the warmest water, good for beginners: February–March (around 1.4 m, water 24°C, shorty).
What wetsuit do I need in Peru?
It depends on the month: about 24°C water in March (shorty) and about 19°C in October (3/2 wetsuit).
Is Peru good for beginners?
Yes, these spots suit beginners: Máncora.
Which airport is closest?
Captain Victor Montes Arias International Airport (TYL), 56 km from Máncora; Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM), 46 km from Punta Hermosa; Capitán FAP Carlos Martínez de Pinillos International Airport (TRU), 56 km from Chicama.