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.

July at Brusand, Norway, offers relatively small but rideable surf conditions with an average swell height of 0.9m and a modest period of 6.6s, making it best suited for longboarders or those comfortable with softer waves. The dominant swell direction is from the west-northwest (WNW), contributing the highest percentage of waves in the 0.5-2.5m range, with 11.59% in the 0.5-1m category and 5.29% in the 1-1.5m range. Southwest (SW) and west (W) swells also bring consistent energy, but larger waves (over 1.5m) are less frequent. Winds are often the limiting factor—only 11% of the time are they ideal for surfing, typically light offshore from the east or northeast. Unfortunately, stronger onshore winds from the northwest (NW) and west-northwest (WNW) are more common, creating choppy or cross-shore conditions. Surfers should prioritize early sessions when winds are lighter and look for days when swells from the SW or WSW coincide with favorable wind directions for cleaner waves. Overall, July is a hit-or-miss month with occasional small, clean waves but plenty of wind-affected days.