Barrio - surf spot statistics

Barrio, Philippines, is a surf spot with consistent swells year-round, though the conditions vary significantly by season. The best months for surfing here are typically from August to October, when ground swells dominate (25–42% occurrence) and wind conditions improve (43–62% bad winds, but with more favorable windows). September stands out as the prime month, offering the highest ground swell probability (38%) and manageable wind conditions (44% bad winds) with a mean swell size of 0.9m. October follows closely with even more ground swell activity (42%) and slightly worse winds (62% bad winds), but still decent swell size (1.2m). August is another solid month, with 25% ground swell and the best wind conditions of the season (57% good winds). In contrast, the winter months (December to March) bring larger swells (1.8–2.3m) but are heavily affected by onshore winds (over 90% bad wind conditions), making sessions challenging. April to July sees smaller swells (0.8–1.4m) with mixed wind conditions, improving toward mid-year (May–July sees 32–57% good wind conditions). However, the swell energy drops significantly, often making it a trade-off between size and wind. Overall, advanced surfers seeking powerful waves might tolerate the winter winds, while those looking for cleaner, more manageable conditions should target late summer and early autumn.

April in Barrio, Philippines, offers fairly consistent surf with an average swell height of 1.4m and a decent period of 9.6s, ensuring well-formed waves. The primary swell direction is ENE, accounting for over 35% of waves in the 1-1.5m range and 15.57% in the 1.5-2m range, making it the dominant and most favorable direction. Waves from NE and NNE also contribute, though less frequently. Larger swells (2m+) are rare but present, mostly from ENE and NE. Wind conditions are less ideal, with only 10% of winds being favorable for surfing. The predominant winds come from E and ENE at 10-20kph, which can cause chop, especially since stronger winds (20-30kph) occur around 15-20% of the time. Offshore winds (W, WSW) are scarce but possible. Overall, expect rideable waves most days, but wind quality is inconsistent—early mornings may provide cleaner conditions before onshore winds pick up.