Odayam Beach surf forecast
Odayam (Varkala) · Kerala · India
A quieter beach about 700 m north of Black Beach, past the north end of the Varkala cliffs. Its peaks shift with the sand; local surfers use it instead of Black Beach or Papanasam when the swell suits it. Early mornings in the dry season are cleanest.
- Break
- beach break, peaks both ways; faces SW
- Level
- beginner
- Best swell
- SW, WSW, W
- Best wind
- E, ENE, NE (offshore)
- Best tide
- mid tide
- Season
- October to April
- Typical size
- 0.5-1.5 m
- Crowd
- low
- Hazards
- Rip currents; Rough and unsuitable for learners in the June to September monsoon
More surf spots nearby: surf spots in Varkala.
Nearby spots
- Black Beach, Varkala
- Edava
- Varkala
- Kappil
- Kovalam (Kerala), Kovalam
Questions
Is Odayam Beach good for beginners?
Yes, on small days: it is a beach break that suits beginners. Watch out for: rip currents; rough and unsuitable for learners in the june to september monsoon. Take a lesson or surf near the lifeguards if you are new.
What swell, wind and tide work best at Odayam Beach?
SW, WSW, W swell, E, ENE, NE wind (offshore), at mid tide. Typical size 0.5-1.5 m.
Learn more: why the swell period changes the size, wind and tide, reading a forecast and the lineup together.
Live swell, wind, tide, a 14-day outlook, satellite pictures and webcams for Odayam Beach are in the Surf Spoting app.