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.

September at Brusand offers a mix of surfable conditions, though with some variability. The average swell height is 1.3m with a decent period of 7.8s, suggesting reasonably well-formed waves. The majority of swell comes from the SW to WNW directions, with the most consistent waves in the 1-2.5m range—ideal for intermediate to advanced surfers. WSW, W, and WNW swells contribute the largest waves (peaking around 2-2.5m), while SW and SSW swells offer slightly smaller but more frequent surfable conditions. Wind conditions are less favorable, with only 12% of days providing ideal offshore or light winds (typically from the NE quadrant). Onshore winds, particularly from the S to W directions, are common and can create choppy surfaces, especially at higher speeds (20-40kph). Overall, September delivers rideable waves, but patience is needed for clean conditions. The best sessions will likely occur during WSW-WNW swells combined with rare NE winds.