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.

September at Angourie offers fairly consistent surf conditions with an average swell height of 1.3m and a decent period of 8.8s, ensuring relatively clean and organized waves. The swell direction is predominantly from the SSE to ESE, with the highest frequency (12.39%) of rideable waves (1-1.5m) coming from the SSE, often producing quality, hollow waves when the conditions align. The ENE to SE swell directions also contribute solid opportunities, particularly in the 1-2m range. Wind conditions are ideal for surfing 31% of the time, with lighter winds (0-20kph) being most common from the NE through SE, which helps keep the surface clean. However, stronger winds from the N/NNE can occasionally create chop, especially when paired with larger swells. Overall, September is a solid month for intermediate to advanced surfers, with the best sessions likely on SSE swells in the 1.5-2m range and lighter offshore or side-offshore winds from the W/NW quadrant. The spot handles larger swells well, but the wind will be the deciding factor for quality.