Mahabalipuram
Tamil Nadu · India
Beach break and reef peakgood for beginners and intermediatesboard rental nearby
Peaks by the Shore Temple, there are schools. Best wind — W.
Live 7-day forecast →
Wave height and period, wind, tide and a “can you surf today” verdict — for every level and for yours personally. Free, no install.
The spot in short
| Type | Beach break and reef peak |
|---|---|
| Good for | beginners and intermediates |
| Beach faces | east |
| Working swell | from northeast — south |
| Coordinates | 12.617, 80.1995 |
FAQ
Is Mahabalipuram good for beginners?
Yes, Mahabalipuram works for beginners (and not only). Still check the live forecast before paddling out: even a “beginner spot” can get dangerous in a big swell.
What’s the surf forecast for Mahabalipuram today?
The live 7-day forecast — wave height and period, wind, tide, daylight and a plain-words verdict — is on the spot’s page in Plyuh: https://plyuh.com/#tamil-nadu/mahabalipuram. The forecast is checked against nearby buoys and satellites.
Spots nearby — Tamil Nadu
- Covelong Point — Right-hand point, intermediates and advanced surfers
- Kovalam Beach (Covelong) — Beach break, beginners
- Serenity Beach — Beach break by the jetties, beginners and intermediates