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.

June in Brusand typically offers small to moderate surf, with an average swell height of 0.9m and a decent period of 7.0s. The most consistent swell directions are from the west-northwest (WNW), northwest (NW), and southwest (SW), with WSW and W also contributing. WNW swells dominate, particularly in the 0.5–2.5m range, meaning the spot usually has rideable waves, though rarely overhead. Wind conditions are crucial, with only 13% of days offering ideal offshore winds (light easterlies). Unfortunately, winds often come from the west or northwest, creating choppy or cross-shore conditions. Stronger winds (20–50kph) from the NW and NNW are frequent, further limiting clean sessions. For surfers, June is hit-or-miss: expect small, sometimes messy waves with occasional clean days when winds cooperate. Bring a groveller or all-rounder for the average waist-high surf, and patience for the rare glassy sessions.