El Gringo Surf Guide
El Gringo in Atacama is an exposed reef break that has reasonably consistent surf. Winter is the best time of year for surfing here. The best wind direction is from the northeast. Light onshore winds ruin the qulaity Most of the surf here comes from groundswells and the best swell direction is from the southwest. It's sometimes crowded here. Hazards include - Urchins - Rips / undertow - Rocks - Localism.
El Gringo Spot Info
| Type: | Rating: | Reliability: | Todays Sea Temp*: |
|---|---|---|---|
| fairly consistent | 21.0°C*ocean temperature recorded from satellite |
Surfing El Gringo:
The best conditions reported for surf at El Gringo occur when a Southwest swell combines with an offshore wind direction from the Northeast.
El Gringo Surf:
Sunday, 15 November 2026, 03:04 Local time| Dimanche 15 | ||||
| 0AM | 3AM | 6AM | 9AM | |
| Wave (m) | ||||
| Période (s) | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 |
| Vent (km/h) | ||||
| Etat du vent | glass | glass | glass | on |

















