Alwars - surf spot statistics

Alwars in India offers surfable conditions year-round, but the best months for surfers are typically March, April, and October when swell quality, wind conditions, and wave height align most favorably. March and April stand out with a high percentage of ground swell (82%-88%), which produces cleaner and more organized waves compared to wind swell. These months also provide the best wind conditions, with 34% and 45% good winds respectively, reducing onshore chop and improving wave quality. October follows as another solid month, with 70% ground swell and 25% favorable wind conditions. Swell size during these months averages 1.0-1.1m in March-April and 1.4m in October, offering manageable yet fun waves for intermediate surfers. The worst conditions occur in January, June, and December due to poor wind directions (98%, 98%, 93% bad winds) and a higher proportion of wind swell or mixed conditions, which create less predictable surf. May through September sees larger swells (1.7-2.0m), but the majority of days suffer from unfavorable winds, making sessions inconsistent. If you’re targeting a balance between swell consistency, size, and clean conditions, prioritize March-April for smaller, cleaner waves and October for slightly bigger but still manageable surf. Avoid the peak monsoon months (June-August) unless you’re prepared for strong onshore winds and rough surf.

March at Alwars offers surfable conditions with an average swell height of 1.0m and a solid period of 12.5s, indicating consistent, well-spaced waves. The dominant swell direction is from the SSW, contributing the highest percentage of waves in the 0.5-1.5m range, which is ideal for intermediate to advanced surfers. Wind conditions are favorable 34% of the time, with the most common offshore or light wind scenarios occurring from the NE to ENE. However, stronger onshore winds from the SW and WSW can occasionally disrupt conditions, particularly when speeds exceed 20kph. Waves in the 1-1.5m range are frequent, with some bigger sets up to 2m, though larger swells over 2.5m are rare. The spot works best when winds stay below 20kph, allowing clean, manageable rides. Overall, March delivers decent surf, especially on days when wind and swell align, but expect some variability due to changing wind patterns.