Brusand - surf spot statistics

Brusand, Norway, is a surf spot primarily dominated by wind swells, with ground swells playing a secondary role. The best months for surfing here are typically from November to February, when swell activity is most consistent and wave heights are at their peak. During these months, mean swell sizes range between 1.8m and 2.1m, with ground swells contributing more significantly (18-26%) compared to the rest of the year. Wind conditions, however, are generally unfavorable, with bad wind conditions (onshore/cross-shore) occurring around 85-87% of the time, limiting clean surf opportunities. The shoulder months of March and October still offer decent swell sizes (1.6m-1.8m), but winds remain a challenge. From April to September, wave quality declines significantly, with smaller swells (0.9m-1.3m) and decreased ground swell influence. Summer months (June-August) are particularly weak, with minimal ground swells (4-6%) and the highest likelihood of no swell days (18-23%). While Brusand receives waves year-round, the ideal window for surfers is late autumn through early spring when swell energy is strongest, but patience is required for those rare days with cleaner wind conditions. Advanced surfers may still find rideable waves outside the peak season, but the best balance of swell size and frequency occurs in winter.

In February, Brusand offers variable surf conditions with an average swell height of 1.8m and a decent period of 9.3s, indicating generally clean and well-formed waves. The best swells come from the SW to WNW directions, with the most frequent and sizable waves (1.5m–2.5m+) occurring from the SW and WSW. Notably, around 13% of the time, wind conditions are ideal for surfing—primarily light offshore or cross-offshore winds from the N to NE, which help groom the waves. However, stronger onshore winds (SSE to SW) are common, often bringing choppier conditions. While winter swells provide solid energy, wind quality is inconsistent, making sessions highly wind-dependent. Experienced surfers can score good days when winds align, but patience is key as clean conditions are far from guaranteed. Offshore winds are rare (~5–10% of the time), so timing is crucial. Expect a mix of smaller, rideable days (1–1.5m) and occasional larger, more powerful sets (2m+), particularly from the SW quadrant.