Boulevard - surf spot statistics

Boulevard in the Philippines is a surf spot heavily influenced by wind swells, with ground swells playing a secondary role. The best months for surfers are generally from August to October, when ground swell contributions peak (22-32%) and wind conditions improve significantly. During these months, offshore winds (good wind conditions) occur 27-38% of the time, though onshore winds (bad conditions) still dominate (62-73%). Swell size averages around 0.5-0.9m, making it ideal for intermediate surfers. The worst months are January to April, when ground swells are low (9-17%) and bad wind conditions prevail (95-98%), with slightly larger but messy swells (1.0-1.6m). May to July sees a gradual improvement in wind conditions (10-27% good winds) but smaller, less consistent swells (0.5-0.7m). November and December mark a transition back to unfavorable winds (89-94% bad conditions) despite decent ground swell presence (20-21%). Overall, late summer and early autumn (August-October) offer the most balanced conditions, while winter and early spring are challenging due to strong onshore winds and inconsistent swell quality.

December at Boulevard offers generally favorable surf conditions with an average swell height of 1.6m and a consistent period of 9.4s, indicating well-formed and rideable waves. The dominant swell directions are ENE and NE, contributing the largest share of quality waves, particularly in the 1-2.5m range, which accounts for over 40% of conditions—ideal for intermediate to advanced surfers. Wind conditions are less consistent, with only 6% of days offering ideal offshore winds, mostly from the NE to ENE quadrant. However, moderate onshore winds (10-30kph) are frequent, potentially creating some chop, especially in the afternoons. Smaller swells from ESE or E are common but often too weak to produce good surf. Overall, December provides solid surf opportunities, especially when NE/ENE swells combine with lighter winds, though patience and timing are key for scoring the best sessions.