Surf spot

Capo Vieste

Forecast conditions and map view for Capo Vieste in Italy, Mainland. Open the interactive surf map to inspect wind, waves, and nearby spots.

Country: Italy, Mainland
Coordinates: 41.9254, 16.1092

Metric
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Wave height (m)	0.5	0.4	0.4	0.3	0.2	0.3	0.3	0.3	0.4	0.6	0.4	0.4	0.3	0.3	0.4	0.4	0.5	0.4	0.4	0.3	0.2	0.1	0.2	0.1	0.1	0.2	0.3	0.3	0.3	0.3	0.2	0.2	0.1	0.1	0.1	0.1	0.1	0.1	0.1	0.2	0.3	0.3	0.3	0.3	0.2	0.3	0.4	0.5	0.4	0.4	0.3	0.2	0.2	0.1	0.1	0.2
Wave direction	N	NNE	NNW	N	N	N	N	N	N	NNW	NNW	NNW	NE	NNE	NNW	NNW	N	N	N	N	NNW	N	N	ENE	N	N	NNW	NNW	NE	NE	NE	ENE	ENE	NNW	N	N	N	N	ENE	ESE	SE	SE	SE	SE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	SE	ESE
Wave period (s)	3.3	3.1	3.3	3.5	3.4	3.5	3.4	3.8	4	3.7	3.9	3.6	3.2	3.4	3.3	3.2	3.3	3.3	3.3	3.2	3.1	3.1	2.4	2.8	2.3	2.5	2.7	2.8	2.9	2.9	2.8	2.6	2.5	2.4	2.6	2.6	2.6	2.6	2	2.6	2.9	3	2.9	3	3.1	3	3.2	3.4	3.4	3.3	3.3	3.3	3.1	3	2.8	2.6
Wave energy (kJ)	5	3	3	2	1	2	2	3	5	11	5	3	2	2	3	3	4	4	3	2	1	0	0	0	0	0	1	1	1	1	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	2	2	1	1	1	2	4	5	4	3	2	1	1	0	0	0
Wind speed (km/h)	9.4	8.6	10	15.2	19.3	16.6	14	14.1	16.9	20.9	19.5	20.7	17.4	18.7	11.2	12.3	13.4	14	12.7	15.3	18.3	16.3	10.1	11.2	12.6	14.9	14.2	16.9	14.3	12.8	9.8	9.1	8.5	8.5	3.4	8.6	13.3	14.2	11.3	10.5	9.5	9.8	10.8	20.2	20.6	20.3	12.2	10.7	9.4	8.4	9.2	10.2	15.8	14.4	6	11.7
Wind direction	WCross	WSWCross	WNWCross-on	NWOnshore	NWCross-on	NWCross-on	WCross	WCross	WNWCross-on	WNWCross-on	NWCross-on	NNWOnshore	NWCross-on	NWCross-on	WCross	WCross	WNWCross-on	WNWCross-on	NWCross-on	NNWOnshore	NWCross-on	NWCross-on	WCross	WCross	WCross	WCross	WNWCross-on	NWCross-on	NWCross-on	NWCross-on	WCross	WCross	WSWCross-off	WSWCross-off	SSWGlassy	ENECross-on	ECross	ESECross-off	SSEOffshore	SOffshore	SOffshore	SOffshore	SECross-off	SECross-off	ESECross-off	SECross-off	SECross-off	SECross-off	SSEOffshore	SSEOffshore	SSEOffshore	SECross-off	ESECross-off	ESECross-off	SSWCross-off	WCross

Capo Vieste is a scenic surf spot on the mainland in southern Italy, on the Gargano Peninsula in Puglia, near the town of Vieste. It’s known more for its beautiful coastline and rocky headlands than for big, consistent waves, but it can produce fun surf when conditions line up.

What it’s like

Wave type: Mostly wind- and swell-dependent beachbreaks/reef-influenced waves
Best conditions: Needs a solid swell and the right wind direction; can work well with clean offshore winds
Wave quality: Can be fun and playful, but usually not a highly reliable or world-class surf destination
Crowd: Typically light to moderate, depending on season and conditions

Spot characteristics

Scenery: Very attractive setting with clear water, cliffs, and dramatic coastline
Bottom: Can vary by exact takeoff zone, with rocky sections and sand nearby
Hazards: Watch for rocks, changing seabed, and local wind conditions
Skill level: More suitable for intermediate surfers when it’s working, though conditions can change quickly

Best time to surf

Autumn and winter often bring the most promising swell
Spring can also offer surfable conditions
Summer is usually more small and wind-affected, though the area is great for the beach and scenery

Overall

Capo Vieste is best thought of as a beautiful, occasional surf destination rather than a consistent surf Mecca. When the swell and wind align, it can deliver enjoyable sessions in a stunning Mediterranean setting.