Bridges - surf spot statistics

Bridges in the United States offers varying surf conditions throughout the year, with the best months typically falling in the winter and early spring. January stands out as one of the top months, with a solid 54% ground swell contribution, mean swell size of 1.2m, and favorable wind conditions 66% of the time. December also presents excellent conditions, featuring a similar swell composition (52% ground swell) and even better wind reliability at 74%, alongside a slightly larger mean swell size of 1.3m. November follows closely, with good wind conditions 70% of the time and a balanced swell mix. February and March remain decent, though wind consistency drops slightly compared to winter peaks. The worst conditions occur from May through August, with June being particularly unfavorable due to minimal ground swell (just 8%), high wind swell dominance, and frequent poor wind conditions (70% bad). July and August are similarly weak, with almost no ground swell and consistently onshore winds. September and October mark a return to better surf, with ground swell rebounding to over 50%, though wind conditions remain hit-or-miss. For consistent, high-quality surf, target the winter months (December-February) when ground swell is strong, winds are favorable, and waves average 1.2-1.3m. Avoid summer if you prefer cleaner, more powerful surf.

April at Bridges offers surfable conditions with an average swell height of 1.0m and a decent period of 10.2s, suggesting consistent, well-formed waves. The dominant swell directions are NE to NNE, contributing to 68% of waves in the 0.5-1.5m range, while NW/NNW swells occasionally bring slightly larger sets (1.5-2.5m) at 4-5% frequency. Wind conditions are workable, with ideal offshore/light wind scenarios occurring 41% of the time—typically from the NW or NE below 20kph. However, stronger onshore winds (20-30kph) from the N/NNW/WNW can create chop, affecting 10-15% of days. Overall, expect waist-to-chest-high waves with occasional head-high pulses, favoring intermediate surfers. Early sessions often provide cleaner conditions before afternoon winds pick up. While not a powerhouse month, April delivers rideable days with good shape when wind and swell align.