Caridad • Surf Spot Statistics

Best Surf Season (September - October)

The transition between the southwest and northeast monsoons delivers the most workable combo at Caridad. During these months, the southwest monsoon still sends clean offshore winds from the SW and W while the first long-period pulses of NE and ENE groundswell start to fill in from the North Pacific. Swell heights average 0.8-1.1m (2.5-3.5ft) with periods of 9-10s, and the wind is ideal 31-37% of the time -- the best of the year. You can score rippable, walled-up waves on this east-facing beach with far less chop than winter.

Fair Surf Season (May - August)

The heart of the southwest monsoon, also known as the Habagat, brings consistent offshore winds but limited swell. Wave heights drop to the 0.7-0.8m (2-2.5ft) range, with periods around 8-9s. This is small, clean, groveling surf -- ideal for longboarders and beginners, but lacking the punch of the bigger months. Occasional typhoon pulses can light it up, but you'll need a lot of luck.

Low Surf Season (November - April)

When the northeast monsoon, or Amihan, takes hold, Caridad faces the full brunt of the onshore trade winds. Despite solid NE and ENE swell -- often 1.3-1.7m (4-5.5ft) with 9.5-10s periods -- the wind is ideal a mere 1-4% of the time. Near-constant ENE and NE winds rake the east-facing beach, turning otherwise pumping winter waves into messy, wind-blown conditions. Unless you can score a rare day with a SW or W wind shift, this is a frustrating period for surfers.