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El Tunco Information

El Tunco

A small surf village with consistent right-hand point breaks.

Near city: La Libertad

Near airport: El Salvador International Airport

Safety: Moderate

Health hazards: None

Surf hazards: Rocks

Traveler type: Solo, Couple

Best months: March, April, May

Comfort: Simple

Cost of living: Cheap

Language: Spanish

Currency: USD

Main religion: Christianity

Surroundings: Beaches, Natural

Main wave direction: Right

El Tunco Surf Conditions

Surf rating: ★★★★☆

Recommended surf level: Intermediate, Advanced

Surf

Water temp: 29 °c

Average swell size: 1.5 m

Swell consistency: 80 %

Surf crowd: High

Weather

Min air temp: 24 °c

Max air temp: 33 °c

Rainy days: 3 / month

Sunny days: 27 / month

Wind

Wind force: 3

Wind direction: E-SE

Wind consistency: 75 %

El Tunco Popular Surf Spots

La Bocana

El Tunco

La Bocana is a powerful left-hand river mouth break with fast and hollow waves. Due to its strong currents and rocky bottom, it’s recommended for advanced and professional surfers.

Best months: March, April, May, June

Wave direction: Left

Best swell direction: S

Best swell size: 1.5 m

Best tide: Mid, High

Best wind direction: NE

Surf hazards: Strong Currents, Rocks

Surf level: Advanced, Pro

Sunzal

El Tunco

Sunzal is a long right-hand point break with gentle, rolling waves, making it an excellent spot for beginners and intermediates. It works best on a low to mid tide with a southerly swell.

Best months: April, May, June, July

Wave direction: Right

Best swell direction: S

Best swell size: 1.1 m

Best tide: Low, Mid

Best wind direction: NE

Surf hazards: Rips

Surf level: Beginner, Intermediate

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