Best time to surf in Peru
January to November for intermediate surfers, December to February for beginners, and April for the biggest waves. Month by month below, from 2 years of hourly wave and wind model data at 39 spots. Updated 3 November 2026.
| Month | Good days (intermediate) | Beginner days | Good days (advanced) | Typical waves | Water | Best region |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6 | 14 | 3 | 0.9–1.3 m | 21 °C | Lima |
| February | 7 | 16 | 3 | 0.9–1.3 m | 23 °C | Lima |
| March | 11 | 11 | 12 | 1–1.6 m | 23 °C | Lima |
| April | 10 | 11 | 12 | 1.1–1.7 m | 21 °C | Lima |
| May | 10 | 10 | 13 | 1.1–1.7 m | 21 °C | Lima |
| June | 10 | 10 | 12 | 1.1–1.7 m | 21 °C | Lima |
| July | 11 | 12 | 12 | 1–1.6 m | 20 °C | Lima |
| August | 8 | 12 | 8 | 1–1.6 m | 20 °C | Lima |
| September | 5 | 12 | 5 | 1–1.6 m | 20 °C | Lima |
| October | 6 | 9 | 7 | 1–1.6 m | 19 °C | Lima |
| November | 3 | 10 | 5 | 1–1.4 m | 18 °C | Lima |
| December | 5 | 13 | 2 | 1–1.4 m | 19 °C | Lima |
Days per month at the best third of the spots for each level, rated the way the app rates them. Model data, not observations. Method.
By region
| Region | Intermediate | Beginners | Water |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Libertad | March to August | March, June to August, October | 17–23 °C |
| Lima | all year | September, December to February | 18–21 °C |
| Piura | April to June | June, August to September | 20–27 °C |
| Lambayeque | March to June | April to June, August, October | 17–24 °C |
Questions
What is the best month to surf in Peru?
July, with about 11 good days for an intermediate surfer at the best spots. The best run of months is January to November.
When is the best time to surf in Peru for beginners?
December to February, when the beginner spots have the most days of small, clean waves.
When are the biggest waves in Peru?
April has the biggest typical surf (about 1.1–1.7 m at the spots we follow). That is the season for experienced surfers.
Can you surf in Peru in summer?
Yes: June to August still bring about 10 good days a month for intermediate surfers.
How warm is the water in Peru?
About 18 °C in November (3/2 mm fullsuit) to 23 °C in February (Springsuit 2 mm or vest).
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