Chicxulub (Chicxulub Puerto)
- Freeride, Wave
- Best for
- Beginner
- Skill Level
- Shallow, Chop, Small waves
- Spot Type
- Moderate
- Crowd Level
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About
Chicxulub Puerto is a relaxed northern Yucatán coastal spot known mainly for kitesurfing and beginner-friendly progression. The water is described as shallow with a sandy bottom and generally clean conditions, while wind is driven largely by a reliable afternoon thermal sea breeze from the NE/E sectors. For kitesurfing, the combination of steady onshore/side-onshore winds and long, shallow access (waist-to-chest deep for roughly the first ~150 meters as reported) helps keep sessions workable for freestyles, freeride, and foil practice. One source also notes the wind being strongest and most stable later in the afternoon, aligning with the typical sea-breeze kick-in. Windsurfing is also possible for freeride and foil users, but the wave environment is generally small. Wingfoiling is described as doable only with care for depth—riders may need to walk farther out past shallow sandbars to find enough water for foil takeoff. Safety-wise, beach-user interaction can be an issue, particularly in July and August, and riders should be cautious around rocks/shells and marine infrastructure (piers and small fishing boats). There are also reported no-kite zones near main swimming piers and advice to respect private beach areas.
- Consistent NE/E thermal winds (afternoon sea breeze)
- Beginner-friendly shallow sand-bottom water for kitesurfing
- Small wave conditions and easy launch access with basic facilities
- Consistent thermal sea breeze wind from the northeast/east
- Shallow, sandy-bottom water that can work well for beginner progression in kitesurfing
- Basic facilities (showers and toilets) and straightforward beach access
- Very shallow water for long distances can restrict wingfoil and influences water clarity in high wind
- Small/choppy waves; not suitable for surfing
- Crowds increase in July and August
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- N, NNE, NE, ENE, E
- Wind Range
- 8–35 kts
- Wind Type
- Thermal — Thermal sea breeze pattern (La Brisa) with generally consistent onshore flow.
- Reliability
- 85%+ (very high during spring months)
- Gust Factor
- Moderate gusts — Providers disagree on gustiness (one says moderate gusts; another suggests light gusts).
- Best Months
- January, February, March, April, May, June, July
- Recommended Kite Sizes
- 12–15 m²
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Shallow, Chop, Small waves
- Beach
- Sand — Wide sandy beach.
- Beach Size
- Medium
- Waves
- Small — Kiteforum/Ground Truth and spot summaries describe small waves.
- Chop Level
- Light chop — Chop/small-wave environment reported by multiple sources.
- Launch
- Small — Sandy beach launch zone can become narrower during high tide or near beach houses.
Through the year
Higher in July and August; busy during Semana Santa and summer holidays
September (also described regionally as hurricane/sea-storm risk June–October, with highest risk in August/September)
By sport
What to expect for each.
A beginner-friendly freeride/progression spot thanks to shallow, sand-bottom water and generally consistent side-onshore thermal winds.
- Kite Sizes
- 12–15 m²
Suitable for freeride/foil. Shallow water supports easier starts but the waves are generally small.
- Sail Sizes
- 5.5–7.5 m²
Possible but depth can be limiting; riders may need to walk farther to reach enough depth for the foil.
- Foil Friendly
- Limited — Foil use is described as limited due to shallow sandbars.
- Min Depth
- 0.9m
- Wing Sizes
- 4–6 m²
Not suitable for surfing; waves are described as small/choppy and not rideable for surf boards.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Chicxulub (Chicxulub Puerto) in the full forecast view.
Chicxulub (Chicxulub Puerto) wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 4–11 ktsGusts 21 kts
- Direction
- NE36°
- Strongest day
- Sat, Oct 2411 kts
- Windy days
- 0/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.6–1.0 m5s period
- Temperature
- 23–29 °C
Over the next 7 days, Chicxulub (Chicxulub Puerto) is forecast for daytime winds of 4–11 kts, peaking around 11 kts on Saturday, October 24 with gusts to 21 kts. The prevailing direction is NE. Waves run 0.6–1.0 m with a period of about 5s. Based on the Wavind model, in the spot’s local time.
Other spots in the area
What to know before you launch
Safety, access, restrictions, rescue, and local rules can change. Treat these details as informational and confirm them locally before launching.
Hazards
- swimmers
- buoys
- shells
- rocks
- piers (muelles)
- fishing boats anchored near shore
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- Seasonal — Lifeguards reported as seasonal.
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- No — No formal dedicated water rescue service reported; riders rely on peer rescue or local fishing boats (regional note).
- Emergency Info
- General emergency number: 911. Nearest major medical facilities and specialized hospitals are in Mérida (about 40 minutes away).
Rules of the spot
Talk to a local before going on water. Avoid kiting too close to public piers and maintain distance from swimmers in designated beach areas.
- No-kite zones near main public swimming piers.
- Respect private beach property in front of summer houses.
- Be careful of other beach users, especially in July and August.
- Watch for small fishing boats ('alijos') and piers near the town center.
- The wind is usually strongest and most stable in the late afternoon.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Progreso
- Nearest Town
- Chicxulub Puerto
- Nearest Airport
- Manuel Crescencencio Rejón International Airport (MID) in Mérida
- Parking
- Parking available on site (also reported as street parking that can get crowded during holiday periods).
- Public Transport
- Frequent Autoprogreso buses connect Mérida to Progreso; local colectivo vans and taxis serve the coastal road between Chicxulub and Uaymitun.
- Access
- Parking available on site; car access from Mérida via the highway to Progreso and then along the coastal road.
- Cost Level
- Moderate
- Local Language
- Spanish
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Accommodation is available in Chicxulub Puerto and nearby Progreso (range includes vacation rentals and beach houses).
- Food & Drink
- Local food options including seafood restaurants and beach clubs are described along the coastal road.
- Equipment Rental:
- Rental available through schools and local services in the Chicxulub/Progreso area.
- Gear Storage
- Some local schools and kite-friendly accommodations offer storage.
- Gear Repair
- Gear repair available through local schools/school services in the area.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
Off the water
Chicxulub pairs wind sports with geology/science-focused tourism and nearby Yucatán cultural sites.
Interactive dinosaur and impact science experience.
One of the longest piers in the world; also serves as a cruise-ship terminal and popular walking area.
Science/impact museum with exhibits and tours focused on the asteroid event.
Commemorative plaque in the main square of Chicxulub Puerto.
Ancient Mayan archaeological site featuring the Temple of the Seven Dolls and an on-site cenote.
Explore freshwater sinkholes (cenotes) across the Yucatán Peninsula.
Seafood boardwalk with many restaurants and beach clubs.
Ecological reserve with mangroves and swimmable cenotes accessible by short boat ride.
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Chicxulub (Chicxulub Puerto)?
The best overall months at Chicxulub (Chicxulub Puerto) are January, February, March, April, May, June. The best wind months are January, February, March, April, May, June, July.
Which wind directions work at Chicxulub (Chicxulub Puerto)?
Chicxulub (Chicxulub Puerto) works with N, NNE, NE, ENE, E winds.
What equipment sizes are recommended at Chicxulub (Chicxulub Puerto)?
Recommended equipment sizes at Chicxulub (Chicxulub Puerto): Kitesurfing: 12–15 m² · Windsurfing: 5.5–7.5 m² · Wingfoiling: 4–6 m². The typical wind range is 8–35 kts.
What skill level is Chicxulub (Chicxulub Puerto) suitable for?
Chicxulub (Chicxulub Puerto) suits these riding levels: Kitesurfing: Beginner · Windsurfing: Beginner to Intermediate · Wingfoiling: Beginner to Intermediate.