Angourie - surf spot statistics

Angourie, Australia, offers variable surf conditions throughout the year, with distinct seasonal patterns in swell and wind quality. The best months for surfing tend to be from April to August, when there's a higher percentage of ground swell and more favorable wind conditions. Ground swell dominates less than 30% of the time, but its presence increases during these months, peaking in July at 29%. While the average swell size remains relatively consistent (1.3–1.6m), winter and early spring (May–July) provide the most reliable combination of decent swell size and cleaner winds, with good wind conditions occurring around 44–45% of the time. Wind conditions deteriorate significantly in summer (December–February), with bad winds affecting over 80% of days. Swell quality is also weaker in summer, as wind swell dominates (85–89%), leading to less organized waves. The shoulder months of March, April, and September offer a balance, with improving or still-acceptable ground swell contributions (19–20%) and moderate offshore wind chances (26–36%). Overall, dedicated surfers will find the best consistency and cleaner conditions from autumn through winter, while summer sessions are more hit-or-miss due to onshore winds and less favorable swell composition.

December at Angourie offers consistent surf with an average swell height of 1.3m and a decent period of 8.4s, providing good energy for rideable waves. The swell predominantly arrives from the E to SE (peaking in the 1-1.5m range), with occasional larger sets (1.5-2.5m) from the E and SSE directions. Winds are a mixed bag—only 20% of the time are they truly ideal for surfing, with lighter breezes (10-20kph) from the NE, E, or SE offering the cleanest conditions. However, northerlies and southerlies often bring stronger winds (20-30kph+), creating choppier surf. Expect a fair balance of rideable days, but with some wind-affected sessions. The spot handles SSE swells well, though larger SSE days (2m+) may get unruly. For intermediate to advanced surfers, December delivers fun, if somewhat inconsistent, waves with a need to time sessions around wind shifts.