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.

October at Badoc Island Lefts offers consistent surf with an average swell height of 1.2m and a decent period of 7.4s, making it suitable for intermediate to advanced surfers. The majority of swells come from the north to northwest directions, with the most frequent wave heights in the 0.5-1.5m range (around 27% combined for N, NNE, and NNW). Larger waves (1.5-2.5m) are less frequent but present, mostly from N, NNW, and WNW, providing punchier sections when they hit. Wind conditions are less favorable, with only 15% being ideal for surfing—mostly light offshore or sideshore winds from the east to southeast early in the day. However, prevailing NNE to ENE winds (often 10-30kph) can create choppy or cross-shore conditions, especially in the afternoons. For the best sessions, aim for early mornings when winds are lighter and swells from the north-northwest align best with the break. It’s not a big-wave month, but reliable waist-to-head-high waves are common.