Remonso Beach (Rivas)
- Shortboard, Longboard
- Best for
- Beginner
- Skill Level
- Chop, Ocean
- Spot Type
- Quiet
- Crowd Level
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About
Remonso Beach (Playa Remonso) is an exposed sandy beach break in the Rivas Province area, known for very consistent surf. The wave setup is typically described as working in both directions, with conditions that are generally friendly for learners—reported as suitable for beginners (and also functioning well for intermediate riders depending on swell and tide). Wind is most often reported from the northeast, which is offshore for this setup, helping keep the face clean and groomed. Several reports emphasize that the best surfing conditions come when a south-southwest swell combines with that offshore northeast wind. Seasonally, the spot’s surf window is commonly tied to the dry season, with strong consistency noted from April through October in one dataset, while another provider describes broader year-round warmth and a local wind/swell pattern that remains active across many months. Tide has a clear impact: high tide is repeatedly highlighted as the best option, because at lower tide the wave zone can become shallow and prone to close-outs. For larger sets, the bay’s protection is said to filter very large swells, but very big surf may still cause closing behavior. The overall wave description varies slightly between sources (soft/mushy vs. peeling), but the consistent theme is that it remains more manageable than harsher, more powerful breaks nearby. Safety-wise, the main caution is rocks at the north and south ends (and generally at the edges) of the bay. Regional guidance also notes that rescue is not centralized; plan conservatively and use spot-specific awareness around the rocky points. Local tips also suggest staying toward the middle of the beach for a safer, more beginner-friendly line and going when the tide is higher for the best wave shape.
- Very consistent surf
- Offshore northeast wind helps keep waves clean
- High tide generally gives the best wave shape
- Beginner-friendly sandy beach break with rocky points at the bay edges
- Very consistent surf reported for Playa Remonso
- Offshore northeast wind tends to keep the wave face clean
- Beginner-focused waves: works well on higher tide and with south-southwest/south swells
- Spot has rocks at the edges/ends of the bay—be cautious, especially near the points
- Low tide can become too shallow and lead to close-outs
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- NE
- Offshore directions
- NE
- Wind Range
- 12–25 kts
- Wind Type
- Trade — Northeast offshore trade winds
- Reliability
- very consistent
- Gust Factor
- Steady
- Best Months
- April, May, June, July, August, September, October
- Shadow Zones
- Hills surrounding the bay provide some protection from strong winds
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Chop, Ocean
- Beach
- Sand
- Beach Size
- Medium
- Waves
- Small — Small waves reported in one dataset; also described as producing consistent, beginner-friendly surf
- Chop Level
- Light chop — Water is described as having chop
- Launch
- Medium — Open sandy beach with an open sandy launch area
Through the year
Quiet during the week but can be crowded on weekends and holidays
May to October
By sport
What to expect for each.
Exposed, beginner-friendly beach break in a small bay with consistent surf. Works best when a south-southwest swell combines with offshore northeast wind, and when the tide is higher; at low tide it can get too shallow and close out.
- Wave Direction
- Both
- Optimal Swell
- SSW, SW, S
- Swell Height
- 0.5–1.5 m
- Optimal Tide
- High — Best at high tide; too shallow/close-out at low tide
- Shelter
- Semi-sheltered — Semi-sheltered setting inside the bay; large swells can be filtered compared with more exposed nearby areas
- Wind Effect
- Northeast offshore winds keep the face clean and groomed
- Bigger Swell
- Large swells can close out; the bay’s protection helps filter very large swells, but very large sets may still close out.
- Wave Quality
- Good
- Wave Power
- Soft — Also described as moderate power by another provider; overall works as a beginner-friendly, not-too-powerful break
- Wave Shape
- Mushy — Also described as peeling at times
- Peel Speed
- Slow — Peel speed reported as slow
- Ride Length
- Medium — Ride length described as short to medium; also reported as medium
- Ride Length Details
- Short to medium rides suited for practicing turns and positioning.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Remonso Beach (Rivas) in the full forecast view.
Remonso Beach (Rivas) wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 4–13 ktsGusts 27 kts
- Direction
- ENE72°
- Strongest day
- Sat, Oct 2413 kts
- Windy days
- 4/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.8–1.0 m11s period
- Temperature
- 25–32 °C
Over the next 7 days, Remonso Beach (Rivas) is forecast for daytime winds of 4–13 kts, peaking around 13 kts on Saturday, October 24 with gusts to 27 kts. The prevailing direction is ENE. Waves run 0.8–1.0 m with a period of about 11s. 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
- Rocks at the north and south ends of the bay
- Rocks at the edges of the bay
- Sun exposure
Rescue & support
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- No — Rescue availability is reported as no at the spot level; regional context notes rescue is not centralized.
- Emergency Info
- No centralized coastal rescue service; safety support is typically provided by local surf camps/boat captains and the Red Cross (Cruz Roja) based in San Juan del Sur. General emergency numbers in Nicaragua include 118 (police) and 128 (Red Cross).
- Localism / Vibe
- None — Localism is reported as none
Rules of the spot
- The middle of the beach is best for beginners to avoid the rocky points
- Visit during high tide for the best wave shape
- Watch out for rocks at the ends of the beach
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- San Juan del Sur
- Nearest Town
- San Juan del Sur
- Parking
- Parking is available directly at the beach entrance for a small fee
- Public Transport
- Accessible via buses (“chicken buses”) or private shuttles from Rivas or Managua; reaching some southern beaches typically requires a 4x4 vehicle or private taxi.
- Access
- Accessible via a 10-15 minute drive on a dirt road south from San Juan del Sur
- Local Language
- Spanish
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Eco-lodges nearby and a wide range of hotels in San Juan del Sur
- Food & Drink
- Several small beachfront restaurants serving local food and drinks
- Equipment Rental:
- Surfboard rentals are available from shops on the beach
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
Off the water
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Remonso Beach (Rivas)?
The best overall months at Remonso Beach (Rivas) are April, May, June, July, August, September. The best wind months are April, May, June, July, August, September, October.
Which wind directions work at Remonso Beach (Rivas)?
Remonso Beach (Rivas) works with NE winds. Offshore directions are NE.
What skill level is Remonso Beach (Rivas) suitable for?
Remonso Beach (Rivas) suits these riding levels: Surfing: Beginner.