Cabo Blanco - surf spot statistics

Cabo Blanco, Peru, is a world-class surf destination with consistent ground swells dominating year-round, ensuring almost no flat days. The best months for surfing are typically from January to April, when the swell remains solid (1.4m–1.6m) and wind conditions are most favorable, with good winds occurring 55–62% of the time. February stands out with 100% ground swell, 1.4m average size, and 62% good wind conditions, making it one of the prime months. March follows closely with a slightly larger swell (1.5m) and still favorable winds (61%). While the swell persists in May (1.7m), wind quality drops significantly, with only 40% good conditions. From June onward, the swell remains strong but wind conditions deteriorate further, with bad winds prevailing over 60% of the time, peaking in July (65% bad winds). Despite the reliable ground swells during these months, the frequent onshore or unfavorable winds make sessions less ideal compared to early-year conditions. December marks an improvement over mid-year, with 100% ground swell and 1.4m waves, but winds remain suboptimal (58% bad). Overall, surfers should prioritize the first four months of the year for the best combination of wave consistency, size, and cleaner wind conditions. Late-season surfers may still find rideable waves but should expect more challenging winds.

In April, Cabo Blanco offers solid surf conditions with a consistent, powerful swell. The average swell height is 1.6m, complemented by a long 14.8s period, ensuring well-formed, powerful waves. The swell is predominantly from the SSW (46.1% of waves between 1-2.5m) and SW (38.1% in the same range), delivering clean, rideable waves with good energy. Smaller contributions come from WSW (5.4%) and W (2.3%), adding variety. Wind conditions are favorable 55% of the time, with the most common breezes being SSE (36.9% at 10-30kph) and S (21.9% in that range), which can create light onshore effects but often remain manageable. Stronger winds over 20kph occur around 20% of the time, mostly from the southern quadrants, but they rarely disrupt the quality of the long-period swell. Expect overhead to double-overhead waves on good days, with a mix of powerful walls and open faces—ideal for advanced surfers seeking performance turns or barrels. The spot’s exposure to southern swells ensures consistency, though wind variations may require patience for optimal sessions. Overall, April is a reliable month with high-performance potential.