Cabo do Mundo - surf spot statistics

Cabo do Mundo in Portugal is a surf spot that benefits from consistent ground swells, particularly during the winter months. The best conditions for surfers are typically from October to March, when ground swell dominates (74-89%) with mean swell sizes ranging from 1.3m to 1.7m. November, December, and January are particularly strong with high ground swell frequency (74-89%) and decent wind conditions (good wind days around 41-46%). February and March remain solid, though wind conditions worsen slightly (good wind days drop to 38-42%). Swell size starts decreasing in April, and by May, wind swells become more prominent, leading to smaller, less consistent waves (1.0-1.2m). The summer months (June-August) see the poorest surf conditions, with dominant wind swells (54-61%) and very few good wind days (21-24%). September marks the transition back to better ground swell activity (44%), but wind quality remains poor until October, when both swell consistency and wind conditions improve significantly. For the most powerful and cleanest waves, late autumn to early winter (October-January) is the prime window, while mid-winter (December-February) offers bigger swells at the cost of slightly less favorable winds. Surfers should avoid summer if looking for quality rides, as small, wind-affected waves prevail.