Conditions at Il Bunker in January
January: Mid-Winter Swell Peak
January is the heart of the northern Mediterranean storm season, and Il Bunker sees its highest average swell of the year at around 3ft (0.9m). The average period is only 5.1 seconds, so most of this is windswell rather than long-period groundswell - expect punchy, rideable waves rather than sleek point-break lines. S/SSW/SW directions combine for about 30% of the swell spectrum, with WSW adding another 13%, meaning the SSW-facing beach receives plenty of energy. However, wave direction is only half the story: the wind is ideal for surfing only 20% of the time. The good news is that NNE and NE winds make up a big share of the wind distribution, blowing offshore and grooming the face, while NNW and N add more clean windows. Cold continental air pushes in after fronts, giving average air temperatures of 9.9°C and water temperatures of 13.2°C, with precipitation near 2.0mm/day. When the offshore wind and a 1-1.5m SSW swell align, Il Bunker offers surprisingly fun, rippable waves.
Average Spot conditions at Il Bunker in January
Swell history for January
Wind history for January
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Il Bunker during January. Based on historical data, there is a % probability of groundswell occurring this month. The chart below provides a detailed breakdown of the average wave height distribution, offering deep insights into the swell quality and surf potential you can expect at Il Bunker for your next trip in January.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Il Bunker for January. Our analysis shows that favorable offshore or side-shore winds coincide with surfable swell approximately % of the time. The accompanying graph illustrates the average size distribution of waves during these optimal wind windows at Il Bunker.