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.

October at Angourie offers decent surf conditions with an average swell height of 1.3m and a solid period of 8.5s, providing well-formed waves. The swell distribution shows that the best wave energy comes from the SE to SSE directions, with a significant portion of waves falling in the 1-1.5m and 1.5-2m ranges, occasionally reaching overhead heights. This suggests consistent, surfable swells, particularly when SSE swells dominate, which deliver the most power and size (11.89% in 1-1.5m and 7.66% in 1.5-2m). The wind is favorable for surfing only 24% of the time, with the cleanest conditions typically occurring when light offshore winds (E to NE) prevail. Unfortunately, stronger onshore winds (S to SSE) are relatively frequent, potentially creating choppy or blown-out conditions, especially when speeds exceed 20kph. If you time your sessions during lighter wind periods, particularly early mornings, October can provide fun, punchy waves with good shape, though consistency depends heavily on wind conditions. Intermediate to advanced surfers will find the best opportunities, especially when SSE swells combine with favorable winds.