Brookings - surf spot statistics

Brookings, USA, offers consistent surf year-round, but the best conditions typically occur from late fall through early spring, peaking between November and February. During these months, ground swell dominates (84-93%), providing powerful, clean waves with mean sizes ranging from 2.1m to 2.4m—ideal for experienced surfers. Wind conditions are less favorable (60-67% bad winds), but offshore or light winds still occur 33-40% of the time, particularly in early morning sessions. Winter swells are larger and more organized, though stronger winds can be a challenge. Spring (March-April) and fall (October) see slightly smaller swells (1.6m-2.1m) with mixed ground/wind swell influence, but wind conditions improve marginally (33-45% good winds). Summer (May-September) is the least consistent period, with smaller waves (1.0m-1.3m), higher wind swell prevalence (43-61%), and more frequent onshore breezes. August stands out as the summer exception, offering the best wind conditions (48% good) despite the smaller swell size. For optimal surfing, target November-February for powerful, clean waves, though be prepared for variable winds. Shoulder seasons (October, March-April) provide decent swell with fewer crowds, while summer is best suited for beginners or longboarders due to milder conditions.

August at Brookings offers generally fair surf conditions with a mix of small to medium-sized waves and inconsistent wind patterns. The average swell height is 1.0m with a solid 11.1s period, providing decent energy for turning and carving. Most waves come from the WNW (20.96% in the 0.5-1m range and 20.64% in the 1-1.5m range), followed by W and WSW directions, which means the spot picks up a good share of groundswell. However, wave quality is often limited by size, as larger swells (over 2m) are rare, with only about 4.85% of swells reaching 1.5-2.5m. Winds are a mixed bag—48% of the time, they are ideal for surfing, predominantly light offshore (NNE to NE) or variable in the morning. However, moderate to strong northerlies (N to NNW) can create bumpy conditions, especially when speeds exceed 20kph (common 39.71% of the time). Overall, expect rideable but not epic conditions, with the best sessions likely during early mornings when winds are lighter and swells fill in from favorable directions.