Beacons - surf spot statistics

The best months for surfing at Beacons, Maldives are February, January, and December, offering the most consistent and favorable conditions. February stands out as the peak month with 71% ground swell dominance, a mean swell size of 1.1m, and 70% good wind conditions, making it ideal for clean, well-formed waves. January follows closely with similar swell consistency (57% ground swell, 1.2m mean size) and 62% favorable winds. December balances decent ground swell (57%) and a 50% chance of good winds, with swells averaging 1.2m. March is also solid with 75% ground swell, though wind reliability drops slightly to 58%. From April onward, conditions deteriorate significantly as onshore winds dominate (77-94% bad winds), and while swell persists, it becomes increasingly mixed or wind-driven, particularly from May to October when poor winds prevail over 85% of the time. Swell size peaks during these months (1.6-1.9m), but choppy and onshore conditions make them less ideal. For surfers prioritizing quality over size, the early-year window (January-March) and late-year transition (December) provide the cleanest, most rideable waves.

January at Beacons, Maldives, delivers consistent surf with an average swell height of 1.2m and a solid 11.4s period, ensuring clean, well-spaced waves. The swell direction is predominantly from the SSW (28.3% of waves in the 1-1.5m range) and SSE (10.0% in 1-1.5m), providing favorable long-period energy. Winds are ideal for surfing 62% of the time, with the most favorable conditions occurring when winds are light (under 20kph) from the NNE to NE, keeping the surface clean. However, stronger winds from the N to NNW can occasionally disrupt conditions, especially when exceeding 20kph (common but not dominant). Wave quality peaks in the 1-1.5m range, with smaller sessions (0.5-1m) still rideable but less powerful. Expect rare larger sets (1.5-2m) from the SSW/SSE. Overall, January offers reliable, mid-sized surf with excellent wind alignment for much of the month, perfect for intermediate to advanced surfers seeking groomed waves.