Andora - surf spot statistics

The surf conditions in Andora, Italy, vary significantly throughout the year, with the best months for surfers typically occurring during winter and early spring. From December to March, the swell activity is strongest, with ground swells making up 21–24% of the waves and wind swells contributing another 42–51%. Mean swell heights during these months range from 1.1m to 1.4m, offering the most consistent and rideable waves. However, wind conditions are generally unfavorable, with bad winds (onshore or cross-shore) dominating 85–88% of the time, making clean surf sessions rare. The shoulder months of November and April still see decent swell activity, with mean sizes around 1.0–1.2m, but wind conditions remain problematic. From May to September, surf potential drops sharply, with ground swells becoming scarce (3–8%) and wind swells weakening, while no-swell days increase to over 50%. Swell size averages a small 0.7–0.9m, and wind conditions worsen further, peaking in August–September with bad winds nearly 90% of the time. October marks the return of slightly better swells (1.0m), but winds remain unreliable. Overall, the prime window for surfers in Andora is December–February, when swell energy is highest, though finding good wind conditions requires patience and luck. Mid-year months are best avoided for serious surfers due to minimal waves and poor winds. For the most rideable conditions, target early winter while monitoring wind forecasts closely.

June in Andora offers mostly small, manageable surf with an average swell height of 0.7m and a 5.7s period, indicating weaker energy. The majority of waves fall in the 0.5-1m range, with larger sets (1-1.5m) being rare and predominantly from SW to W directions. SSW swells contribute the most rideable waves (8.04% in 0.5-1m, 2.4% in 1-1.5m), though W swells occasionally bring bigger conditions (3.57% 0.5-1m, 4.56% 1-1.5m, even 2.53% at 1.5-2m). Wind is the limiting factor—only 14% of the time is it ideal (likely light offshore or sideshore from E/NE). The predominant winds are S/SSW (4.13-4.92% at 10-20kph), which are onshore here, creating chop. Morning sessions may benefit from lighter winds, especially when ENE-NE flows (2.42-3.26% at 10-20kph) align with SW-W swells for cleaner shoulders. Advanced surfers will need patience for the occasional W-WSW pulse with lighter winds, while beginners can practice on small SSW-SE waves. Expect crowded lineups on the rare clean days.