Backyards - surf spot statistics

Backyards in the United States is a high-quality surf spot that benefits from consistent ground swell, particularly during the winter months. The best conditions for surfing occur from November through February, when ground swell dominates (76-91% of the time) with mean swell sizes ranging from 2.0m to 2.4m. These months offer the most powerful and cleanest waves, though wind conditions are less favorable, with bad winds prevailing 71-74% of the time. The early winter months (December and January) stand out with the largest swells and highest ground swell influence, making them prime for experienced surfers. Spring (March-April) and fall (October) provide a transition period, with decreasing but still decent ground swell (58-79%) and slightly improved wind conditions compared to winter. Summer (May-September) is the least consistent, with wind swell taking over (64-87%) and significantly smaller waves (1.2-1.4m). While summer sees marginal improvements in wind conditions (20-32% good winds), the wave quality drops considerably. For the most powerful and reliable surf, winter is the clear peak season, but fall and early spring can still deliver good sessions with slightly better wind luck.

June at Backyards offers surfable conditions but with variability in swell and wind quality. The average swell height is 1.2m with a solid 9.0s period, providing enough energy for decent rides, especially when swells are in the NE to ENE range—where the majority of waves (over 40% of occurrences) fall between 1-2m. The best sessions will likely come from these directions, as they dominate the swell distribution. However, wind conditions are less favorable; ENE winds are the most frequent and often blow at 20-40kph, creating choppy or onshore conditions. Clean, rideable winds (ideal offshore or light cross-shore) occur just 20% of the time, so patience is key to scoring the best windows. Smaller swells (under 1m) and weak wind days do pop up, offering softer sessions, but the spot thrives when NE-ENE swells coincide with rare lighter winds. Overall, expect a mix of average to good days, with occasional high-quality conditions for those who time it right.