When is the best time to surf Popoyo?

Surf in Popoyo is most reliable from March–October. See the month-by-month table for weather and sea temperature.

How warm is the water in Popoyo?

Sea temperature in Popoyo averages 25°C in February and 29°C in September. That calls for boardshorts or a rash vest at the coldest and boardshorts or a rash vest at the warmest.

Is Popoyo good for beginners?

Yes — Popoyo has reef breaks, beach breaks and point breaks that suit beginners. Conditions still vary by day and season, so a lesson on your first sessions is sensible.

Can I work remotely from Popoyo with a team in another time zone?

Popoyo runs on America/Managua. Working 9–17 there, you keep at least 6 hours of shared workday with New York, 6 hours of shared workday with San Francisco and 1 hours of shared workday with London all year round.

Surf Popoyo, Nicaragua

Surf Popoyo, Nicaragua: reef breaks, beach breaks and point breaks for all levels, best surf March–October, sea 25°C–29°C.

Waves

reef breaks, beach breaks and point breaks

Suits

all levels

Best surf months

March–October

Sea temperature

25–29°C

Surf season in Popoyo, month by month

Highlighted months are the main surf season. Wave figures are open-ocean averages, not a beach forecast. Pick a month for the full breakdown.

Monthly climate, waves and surf season
Month	Surf season	Waves m	Swell	Air °C	Sea °C	Rain mm/day
January	–	1.4	8 s ENE	27	26	0.0
February	–	1.4	9 s ENE	28	25	0.0
March	In season	1.3	11 s ENE	28	25	0.1
April	In season	1.2	13 s SSW	29	27	0.8
May	In season	1.2	14 s SSW	29	29	6.5
June	In season	1.3	14 s SW	28	29	6.6
July	In season	1.3	13 s SSW	28	28	3.8
August	In season	1.2	13 s SSW	28	29	5.8
September	In season	1.2	13 s SW	28	29	9.5
October	In season	1.2	13 s SW	27	29	10.4
November	–	1.2	12 s SW	27	28	4.6
December	–	1.3	9 s ENE	27	27	0.3

Surf spots near Popoyo

Working remotely from Popoyo

Popoyo is on America/Managua (UTC-6 in winter). Shared 9–17 workday hours, counted for both winter and summer clock changes:

New York6 h
San Francisco6 h
London1 h
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Where to stay in Popoyo

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Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to surf Popoyo?: Surf in Popoyo is most reliable from March–October. See the month-by-month table for weather and sea temperature.
How warm is the water in Popoyo?: Sea temperature in Popoyo averages 25°C in February and 29°C in September. That calls for boardshorts or a rash vest at the coldest and boardshorts or a rash vest at the warmest.
Is Popoyo good for beginners?: Yes — Popoyo has reef breaks, beach breaks and point breaks that suit beginners. Conditions still vary by day and season, so a lesson on your first sessions is sensible.
Can I work remotely from Popoyo with a team in another time zone?: Popoyo runs on America/Managua. Working 9–17 there, you keep at least 6 hours of shared workday with New York, 6 hours of shared workday with San Francisco and 1 hours of shared workday with London all year round.

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