# Morgan's Rock

Kitesurfing spot in San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua.

> Morgan's Rock on Nicaragua's southwest coast delivers consistent trade winds and manageable water conditions for intermediate riders. Flat to choppy water with reliable wind patterns creates predictable daily sessions. The beach launch provides straightforward access to the riding zone. The location benefits from seasonal trade wind alignment that produces steady afternoon thermals. Simple infrastructure and local character make this an accessible intermediate destination during the main season.

## Best time to kitesurf
The best months to kitesurf Morgan's Rock are Jan–Mar: 80–86% of days reach 12 kt+, with 14–15 kt average daily wind, 23–26 °C water and 27–28 °C air.

| Month | Windy days (12 kt+) | Avg wind (kt) | Air °C | Water °C |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 80% | 13.9 | 26.5 | 25 |
| Feb | 86% | 15.2 | 26.9 | 23.3 |
| Mar | 80% | 13.6 | 27.7 | 26.3 |
| Apr | 44% | 11.8 | 28.4 | 27.5 |
| May | 20% | 9.7 | 28.3 | 29.7 |
| Jun | 3% | 8.6 | 26.8 | 29.9 |
| Jul | 31% | 11.3 | 27.1 | 29.3 |
| Aug | 5% | 9 | 26.9 | 29.1 |
| Sep | 0% | 8.1 | 26.8 | 29.9 |
| Oct | 1% | 7.2 | 26.5 | 30.1 |
| Nov | 11% | 9.1 | 26.3 | 28.6 |
| Dec | 59% | 12.7 | 26.7 | 26.8 |

## Highlights
- Consistent trade winds
- Flat to choppy water
- Intermediate level suitable
- Beach launch access

## Amenities
Beach accommodation, Local dining, Basic services

## Location & contact
- Coordinates: 11.265, -85.893
- Destination guide: [San Juan del Sur](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/destinations/san-juan-del-sur)

# Nearby (within 50 km)

## Kite spots
- [Popoyo](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/popoyo) — best Jan – Mar, 80–86% windy days, 14–15 kt, water 23–26 °C (2 km)
- [San Juan del Sur](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/san-juan-del-sur) — best Feb, 75% windy days, 13 kt, water 24 °C (3 km)
- [Playa Gigante](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/playa-gigante) — best Feb, 75% windy days, 13 kt, water 24 °C (6 km)

## Kite schools
- [Rebelde surf school](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/schools/rebelde-surf-school) — https://www.rebeldesurf.com/ (3 km)
- [Under Tree Surf School](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/schools/under-tree-surf-school) — https://instagram.com/under_tree_surf_ (3 km)
- [Sardina Surf School](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/schools/sardina-surf-school) — https://www.sardinasurfcamp.com/ (31 km)
- [Costa Kite](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/schools/costa-kite) — http://www.costakite.com/ (32 km)
- [Epic Gust - advanced kitecoaching](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/schools/epic-gust-advanced-kitecoaching) — http://www.epicgust.com/ (33 km)
- [Tico Kite](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/schools/tico-kite) — https://www.ticokite.com/ (33 km)
- [Blue Dream kiteboarding school Costa Rica](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/schools/blue-dream-kiteboarding-school-costa-rica) — http://www.bluedreamhotel.com/kitesurfingcostarica/lessons/ (34 km)
- [Kiteboarding Costa Rica](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/schools/kiteboarding-costa-rica) — https://kiteboardingcostarica.com/ (34 km)
- [Kitesurf Ometepe](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/schools/kitesurf-ometepe) — https://www.kitesurfometepe.com/ (46 km)
- [Ometepe Kitesurf Center](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/schools/ometepe-kitesurf-center) — https://www.ometepekitecenter.com/ (46 km)

## Kite shops
- [NSR Surf Shop](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/shops/nsr-surf-shop) — http://www.surfnsr.com/ (24 km)
- [Popoyo Surf Shop](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/shops/popoyo-surf-shop) (33 km)

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Source page: https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/morgan-s-rock
Data & methodology: https://www.kitesurfspots.com/methodology
Monthly wind and temperature climatology is computed from Open-Meteo historical weather (3 years of daily data) and marine (sea-surface temperature) APIs. A windy day is a day whose maximum wind implies roughly 12 kt+ sustained. Listing details come from public kite-travel sources and Google Places, rewritten and reviewed.