Surf spot

Cabo Raso

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Country: Argentina, South
Coordinates: -44.3415, -65.2478

Metric
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Wave height (m)	1.2	1.1	1	1	1	1	0.9	0.8	0.8	0.6	0.5	0.5	0.5	0.4	0.4	0.3	0.3	0.2	0.2	0.2	0.2	0.1	0.1	0.3	0.6	1.4	1.7	1.7	1.6	1.4	1.3	1.2	1.1	1	0.9	0.7	0.6	0.5	0.9	1.2	1	0.8	0.7	0.5	0.5	0.4	0.4	0.3	0.3	0.3	0.3	0.3	0.3	0.3	0.3	0.3
Wave direction	SSE	SSE	SSE	SE	SE	SE	SE	SE	SE	SE	SE	SE	SE	SE	SE	SE	SE	SE	SE	SSW	NE	ENE	ENE	SE	SE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SE	SE	ENE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	ENE	S	SSE	SSE	SSE
Wave period (s)	6.3	6.2	6	9.7	9.1	8.7	8.4	8.3	8.3	8.5	8.3	8.1	8.2	8	7.9	7.3	7.2	7.1	6.8	4.2	4.8	8	6.4	6.7	7.3	6.7	6.3	6	6	6	6.2	6.2	6.4	6.7	7	7.5	7.8	6.5	5.3	5	5.2	5.2	5.3	5.2	5.6	5.3	5.3	5.2	5.3	5.2	5.5	6.3	7.3	7.1	6.8	6.5
Wave energy (kJ)	120	92	70	179	172	144	114	94	79	52	37	35	33	25	20	12	9	6	4	1	2	2	1	9	36	171	240	212	172	143	128	111	103	92	85	50	47	22	46	77	57	38	25	14	13	10	8	6	6	5	4	5	7	8	9	10
Wind speed (km/h)	8.7	10.7	19	21.4	22.7	24.3	22.2	17.5	15.2	12.4	17.5	11.9	4	9.8	10.2	17	14.8	23.8	20.7	20	30.1	29.6	34	19.4	24.2	24.5	23.8	22.8	20.4	27.6	34	39.6	48.5	43.9	43.6	41	37.6	28.7	19.5	18.4	27.7	32.3	54.5	54.4	53	38.3	20.5	6.2	25.6	5.6	14.9	11.8	21.1	19	16	14.2
Wind direction	WSWCross-off	WNWCross	WNWCross-on	WNWCross-on	NWCross-on	NWCross-on	NNWCross-on	NNWCross-on	NOnshore	NNWCross-on	WNWCross	WCross	WSWGlassy	NNEOnshore	NWCross-on	NWCross-on	NWCross-on	WCross	SWCross-off	SWCross-off	SSWOffshore	SOffshore	SSWOffshore	SOffshore	SOffshore	SSWOffshore	SOffshore	SECross-off	ENECross-on	NNEOnshore	NNEOnshore	NNEBlown out	NBlown out	NBlown out	NBlown out	NBlown out	NNWBlown out	NWCross-on	WCross	WCross-off	WSWCross-off	WCross	WNWBlown out	WBlown out	WSWBlown out	SSWBlown out	SOffshore	WCross	ESECross-off	SECross-off	SECross-off	SECross-off	SSECross-off	SSECross-off	SECross-off	ECross

Cabo Raso is a remote, rugged surf zone on Argentina’s Patagonian coast, known more for wilderness and exposure than for mellow, easy surf. It sits in a sparsely populated stretch of shoreline where long beaches, rocky points, and constant wind create a raw, dramatic setting.

What it’s like

Wave type: Mostly beachbreak, with occasional point/reef influence depending on the exact stretch of coast and sand movement.
Power: Often powerful and hollow, especially when a South Pacific swell lines up.
Consistency: Can be very good when conditions are right, but it’s highly dependent on swell direction, tide, and wind.
Wind: The region is notoriously windy, so clean windows can be short. Offshore or light-wind days are the prize.

Best conditions

Swell: Typically works best with S/SE swells from the Southern Ocean/South Pacific.
Wind: Light winds are ideal; strong winds are common and can quickly turn the surf messy.
Tide: Varies by sandbanks, but many setups favor a mid tide.

Vibe and setting

Remoteness: Very isolated, with a true expedition feel.
Scenery: Stark Patagonian landscapes, open coastline, and little development.
Crowds: Usually minimal compared with more accessible surf destinations.
Access: Often requires a 4x4, planning, and self-sufficiency.

Who it suits

Cabo Raso is best for surfers who are comfortable with: - remote travel - cold water and changing weather - powerful waves - self-reliance

Overall

Cabo Raso is less about a polished surf-town experience and more about raw, uncrowded, wind-battered South American surf. When it’s on, it can offer memorable waves in a wild setting, but it rewards patience, local knowledge, and preparation.