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 May, Brusand offers surfable conditions, though they are somewhat inconsistent. The average swell height is 1.0m with a decent period of 7.5s, providing workable waves for intermediate surfers. The most dominant swell directions are from the west and northwest, with WNW swells being particularly frequent (13.09% in the 0.5-1m range and 4.24% in the 1-1.5m range). The best conditions occur when swells come from the SW to W sector, as they produce waves in the 1-2.5m range, though larger sets are rare. Wind quality is a limiting factor, with only 14% of days offering ideal offshore or light cross-shore winds. The most common wind directions are from the north and northwest, often bringing stronger onshore winds (20-50kph), particularly from NNW, which can create choppy conditions. Surfable days are most likely when winds are light (0-20kph) from the east or southeast, but these are less frequent. Overall, May can deliver rideable waves, especially with well-timed WNW swells and favorable winds, but patience and flexibility are key due to variable conditions.