Best surf spots in May

Best Surf Spots in May

These destinations offer prime surfing conditions during May, with consistent swells, favorable weather, and great waves for all levels.

Indonesia

Kuta Beach

Lombok, Indonesia
Beg
Int
Adv

Lively sandy bottom surf spot for beginners.

Crowd
4 / 5
Safety
7 / 10
Price
$
Mexico

La Punta

Oaxaca, Mexico
Beg
Int
Adv

Puerto Escondido’s softer side with long, cruisy lefts.

Crowd
5 / 5
Safety
8 / 10
Price
$$
Australia

Margaret River

Western Australia, Australia
Beg
Int
Adv

Iconic heavy waves that lure the world's best surfers.

Crowd
3 / 5
Safety
10 / 10
Price
$$$$
Costa Rica

Nosara

Nicoya , Costa Rica
Beg
Int
Adv

Perfect balance of wellness, waves, and wildlife.

Crowd
4 / 5
Safety
8 / 10
Price
$$$
Spain

Razo

Galicia, Spain
Beg
Int
Adv

A quiet surf outpost with raw beachbreak peaks.

Crowd
2 / 5
Safety
9 / 10
Price
$$$
Nicaragua

Santana

Popoyo, Nicaragua
Beg
Int
Adv

Hidden reef with fast hollow lefts and few crowds.

Crowd
4 / 5
Safety
7 / 10
Price
$$