Rarely's (Todos Santos Island)
Rarely's is a second-tier big wave spot on Isla Todos Santos that breaks less frequently than Killers but offers quality big wave surfing when conditions align. Named for its infrequent perfection, the wave delivers rides in the 40-foot range on the biggest days, providing an alternative line for big wave surfers.
Today's Conditions
Location & Conditions
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Santa Monica Bay
283 km away
Source: noaa
Strike Score Breakdown
Location & Conditions
Spot Details
Swell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- WNW (300°)
- Direction range
- 280° - 320°
- Size range
- 4.5m - 12m
- Ideal size
- 8.4m
- Height multiplier
- 1.08×
- Ideal period
- 19s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- ESE (112°)
- Offshore range
- 90° - 135°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid
Water temp
15°C
Wetsuit
4/3mm fullsuit
Difficulty
10/10
Crowd level
1/10
👥 Semana Santa (Mar 30 – Apr 10) — expect extra crowds
Access: Boat from Ensenada. On Todos Santos Island.
Best Season
Peak: Dec, Jan, Feb
Secondary: Nov, Mar
Peak winter. Needs XXL swell.
Getting There
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