Punta Xarraca (Ibiza)
- Shortboard
- Best for
- Advanced
- Skill Level
- Swell, Ocean
- Spot Type
- Moderate
- Crowd Level
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About
Punta Xarraca is an exposed beach and reef surf spot on Ibiza’s northern coastline, with a small shoreline setup and a rocky/shallow bottom. It’s described as working only infrequently, and in summer it can be typically flat—so plan sessions around the forecasted swell and wind alignment rather than expecting consistent breaks day-to-day. When conditions are right, the spot can deliver high-quality peeling waves, particularly a right-hand reef break. Offshore winds from the south are reported to clean up the swell significantly, and the spot is most favored when a North to North-northwest (or North-northeast) swell pairs with those offshore southerly winds. It can also offer a left-hand reef section as part of the wave options. The technical nature is a key factor for safety: entry is difficult with slippery rocks, sharp reef sections, and sea urchins. Providers emphasize using protective footwear (booties/boots) specifically for the entry, and caution around both rocks and cliffs. Rescue/lifeguard presence is described as absent or not available at the point, so you should assume limited on-site help. For timing, surfing is reported as possible at all tide stages. When swell is clean—especially on the preferred NW/N swell direction—larger Mediterranean swells can be handled, though they become more technical as conditions build. Water temperatures range widely by season, with winter around the low-to-mid teens °C and late summer reaching the high-20s °C, and wetsuit choice should match the season (from thicker winter protection to shorties/rash protection in summer).
- Exposed beach-and-reef setup with occasional high-quality right-hand reef waves
- Offshore south winds can significantly improve wave cleanliness
- Surfable at all tide stages
- Technical rocky entry—boots/booties recommended
- Clean, peeling right-hand reef waves when conditions line up.
- Offshore south winds can significantly improve swell quality.
- Surfable at all tide stages.
- Technical rocky/reef entry with slippery rocks and sea urchins.
- Spot works infrequently and summer can be flat.
- Wind reliability is reported as low; conditions depend on the right swell/wind combination.
- Sometimes crowded.
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- S, SE, SW
- Offshore directions
- S
- Wind Type
- Frontal — Provider data describes frontal-type wind.
- Reliability
- low
- Best Months
- January, February, March, October, November, December
- Shadow Zones
- High cliffs provide some protection from southerly winds.
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Swell, Ocean
- Beach
- Mixed — Providers describe concrete/rocky areas; reef/rocky bottom with some beach approach.
- Beach Size
- Small
- Waves
- Medium — Summer can be flat; generally described as producing medium waves when it works.
- Launch
- Small — Rocky entry point requiring careful footing.
- Launch Difficulty
- Expert only — Launch/entry described as difficult due to slippery rocks and sea urchins.
Through the year
Usually quiet, but lineup can fill up with locals when swell is good.
October to December
By sport
What to expect for each.
Exposed beach and reef break that only works infrequently. Best when a North-northeast swell combines with offshore South wind; summer can be flat.
- Wave Direction
- Right
- Optimal Swell
- N, NNW
- Optimal Tide
- All tides — Surfable at all stages of the tide.
- Shelter
- Exposed — Exposed coast with limited shelter.
- Wind Effect
- Offshore winds from the south clean up the swell significantly.
- Bigger Swell
- Can handle larger Mediterranean swells but becomes more technical.
- Wave Quality
- Good — Quality right-hand reef waves; good when offshore south wind aligns with the working swell.
- Wave Power
- Moderate — Moderate wave power; can become more technical as conditions increase.
- Wave Shape
- Peeling — Peeling, often clean when offshore.
- Peel Speed
- Medium — Peeling waves with a medium peel speed.
- Ride Length
- Medium — A decent wall for maneuvers when swell is clean.
- Ride Length Details
- Can offer a decent wall for maneuvers when the NW swell is clean.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Punta Xarraca (Ibiza) in the full forecast view.
Punta Xarraca (Ibiza) wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 2–8 ktsGusts 15 kts
- Direction
- SE142°
- Strongest day
- Sat, Oct 248 kts
- Windy days
- 0/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.1–1.2 m4s period
- Temperature
- 16–25 °C
Over the next 7 days, Punta Xarraca (Ibiza) is forecast for daytime winds of 2–8 kts, peaking around 8 kts on Saturday, October 24 with gusts to 15 kts. The prevailing direction is SE. Waves run 0.1–1.2 m with a period of about 4s. Based on the Wavind model, in the spot’s local time.
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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
- Rocks
- Cliffs
- Sea urchins
- Shallow reef
- Slippery entry points
- Sharp rocks
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- None — No lifeguards present per provider data.
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- No — Provider data indicates no rescue availability at the spot; regional coastline rescue can be limited/seasonal.
- Emergency Info
- In Spain, call 112 for emergencies. Nearest medical facilities cited in Sant Joan de Labritja or Ibiza Town.
- Localism / Vibe
- Mild — Localism described as mild.
Rules of the spot
Follow local guidance for rocky entries; use protective footwear and avoid the rocks/cliffs during poor conditions.
- Technical/advanced conditions likely due to rocky entry and shallow reef.
- Entry is slippery and difficult due to rocks and sea urchins—boots are highly recommended.
- Wear booties to protect against sea urchins and sharp rocks during entry.
- Sometimes the area can be crowded—beware of rocks and cliffs.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Sant Joan de Labritja (San Juan Bautista)
- Nearest Town
- Sant Joan de Labritja
- Parking
- Ample parking at the bottom of the road to the beach (one provider notes limited parking near the Cala Xarraca area).
- Local Language
- Spanish, Catalan
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Near — Various villas and boutique hotels in the Sant Joan area.
- Food & Drink
- One small restaurant is located on/near the beach area.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Punta Xarraca (Ibiza)?
The best overall months at Punta Xarraca (Ibiza) are October, November, December, January, February, March. The best wind months are January, February, March, October, November, December.
Which wind directions work at Punta Xarraca (Ibiza)?
Punta Xarraca (Ibiza) works with S, SE, SW winds. Offshore directions are S.
What skill level is Punta Xarraca (Ibiza) suitable for?
Punta Xarraca (Ibiza) suits these riding levels: Surfing: Advanced.