Today at Popoyo
Tola Coast, Nicaragua · Live forecast + property match
The verdict, midday
Cross-shore · small swell
Wind crosses the wave face — manageable for longboarders, frustrating for performance riders.
2.6ft
Swell height
9.8s
Period
17kt
Wind speed
63°
Wind (offshore)
Best windows today: 18:00 · 17:00 · 16:00
Equipment for current conditions
- Small days 8' longboard or midlength
- Moderate 6'10"-7'4" midlength
- Large / thick 6'6" shortboard or 7'2" gun
Today reads as small. The middle row is what we'd bring.
Where to stay nearby
The boutique hotels closest to Popoyo — ranked by proximity to the wave.
No. 1 · 3 min to wave
Malibu Popoyo
Walking distance to the outer reef. Mark Pavone Bay Area-influenced design.
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No. 2 · 5 min to wave
99 Surf Lodge
Beachfront wellness at Playa Popoyo. Minimalist contemporary.
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No. 3 · 4 min to wave
Magnific Rock
Clifftop property; the legendary view; recent design refresh.
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The wave Outer reef left + right; one of Central America's most consistent breaks. Offshore wind from Lake Nicaragua 300+ days/year.
Forecast updated 02:26 AM · Marine data: Open-Meteo · Refresh page for newest data