Cabo Ledo - surf spot statistics

Cabo Ledo in Angola offers consistent surf conditions year-round, thanks to its reliable ground swells that dominate the swell mix, rarely dropping below 80% probability in any month. The best months for surfing are from April to July, when ground swells peak at 95-96% and mean swell sizes range from 1.1m to 1.4m, providing powerful and clean waves. Wind conditions during this period are also favorable, with good wind probabilities between 69% and 77%, minimizing onshore interference. June stands out as the optimal month, combining a 1.3m swell with 74% good wind likelihood. Late-year months like November and December see slightly smaller swells (1.0m) and more wind swell influence, though conditions remain surfable. The shoulder seasons (March and August-October) still deliver decent waves, but wind reliability dips, particularly in September when bad wind conditions reach 40%. January and February offer smaller, consistent swells (0.9m) with manageable winds, making them suitable for intermediate surfers. Notably, Cabo Ledo never experiences flat spells (0% no-swell days), ensuring year-round ridable waves, but advanced surfers will prefer the larger, cleaner swells of the April-July window.

April at Cabo Ledo offers solid surfing conditions, with an average swell height of 1.1m and a consistent period of 14.0s, ensuring well-spaced, powerful waves. The primary swell direction is from the SSW and SW, accounting for the majority of rideable waves, with a notable percentage in the 0.5-1.5m range (peaking around 1-1.5m). While larger swells (1.5-2.5m) are less frequent, they do occur, adding variety for experienced surfers. Wind conditions are favorable 76% of the time, predominantly light to moderate (10-20kph) and coming from the S to SW, which typically provides clean or slightly textured faces. Stronger winds (20-30kph) are possible but infrequent. The spot works best with SSW/SW swells and lighter S/SE winds—April delivers this combo reliably, making it a great month for surfing here. Expect mostly manageable waves with occasional punchier sets, ideal for intermediate to advanced surfers.