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.

November at Angourie offers fair to good surfing conditions with an average swell height of 1.3m and a decent period of 8.2s, indicating generally clean and organized waves. The swell direction is predominantly from the E-ESE-SE quadrant, providing the most rideable waves in the 1-1.5m and 1.5-2m ranges, with occasional bigger sets over 2m. Smaller swells (0.5-1m) are common, but the spot can still work well when the period holds. Wind conditions are mixed—only 21% of the time is ideal (likely light offshore or glassy), while onshore winds from the N-NNE or S-SSE can be an issue, especially at higher speeds (20-30kph+). The best sessions typically occur when winds are light or from favorable directions, coinciding with mid-range swell (1-2m). Expect some variability, but November can deliver quality waves, particularly when winds align.