Badoc Island Lefts - surf spot statistics

Badoc Island Lefts in the Philippines is a windswell-dominated break, with minimal ground swell influence throughout the year. The best surfing months are generally from June to September, when windswell occurrence is highest (70-81%), and mean swell sizes range from 0.9 to 1.3 meters. July stands out with consistently decent swell (73% windswell, 1.1m avg.) and the highest likelihood of good wind conditions (32%). August and September also offer solid conditions, with August producing the biggest waves (1.3m avg.) and September maintaining favorable winds (32% good). The worst months for surfing are March through May due to low swell frequency (64% or lower windswell, 0.6-0.8m avg.) and poor wind conditions (87-88% bad). The rainy season (October-December) brings larger swells (1.2-1.5m), but offshore winds are rare (5-15% good), making these months inconsistent. Winter months (January-February) have frequent windswell (79-88%) but terrible onshore winds (91-93% bad), making clean sessions unlikely. For the most reliable surf, target mid-year—July is peak season with a balance of swell and manageable winds, while August delivers slightly bigger but slightly less consistent conditions. Outside this window, expect either small surf or poor winds.

May at Badoc Island Lefts offers generally small but rideable conditions, averaging 0.6m swell height with a 5.6s period—best suited for loggers or beginners. The most consistent swell directions are from the NNW-WSW quadrant, with WSW (9.40% of waves 0.5-1m) and NNW (5.43% 0.5-1m) providing the most frequent shoulder-high sets, though larger waves (1.5m+) are rare (peaking at 1.26% from SW). Wind is a limiting factor; only 21% of days are ideal, with light ESE-SE breezes (3.41-3.91% under 20kph) being the cleanest. Stronger S-SSW winds (6.04-5.33% 10-20kph, occasionally gusting higher) often create choppy conditions. Expect mostly knee-to-waist-high waves with occasional chest-high pulses, but patience and timing are key—wait for incoming W-WSW swells paired with offshore SE winds for the best sessions. Advanced surfers may find it lacking power, while intermediates can enjoy relaxed, less crowded lineups.