Canggu - surf spot statistics

Canggu, Bali, offers consistent surf conditions year-round, with ground swells dominating the wave activity nearly every month, rarely dropping below 90% prevalence. The swell size averages between 1.4m and 2.0m, peaking from June to August when the waves are largest and most powerful, making these months ideal for experienced surfers. However, wind conditions during this period are less favorable, with bad onshore winds occurring over 80% of the time in July, August, and December, which can create choppy surf. The sweet spot for balanced conditions is from March to May, when ground swells remain strong (96–99%), swell size is manageable (1.4–1.7m), and wind conditions improve, with April standing out as the best month—nearly 50% good offshore winds and consistent 1.5m swells. While October and November also see decent swell consistency and size, wind quality drops again, with onshore winds becoming more frequent. For surfers prioritizing clean waves with fewer crowds, late-season months like September and October can still deliver good sessions, though less reliably. Overall, mid-year (June–August) brings the biggest waves but challenging winds, while the transitional months (March–May) offer the best compromise between swell quality and cleaner conditions.

July in Canggu delivers consistent surf with an average swell height of 2.0m and a solid 14.8s period, producing powerful, well-spaced waves. The dominant swell directions are SSW and SW, accounting for the majority of waves in the 1.5–2.5m range, offering both punchy sections and longer walls. Winds are the main variable—while ESE and SE winds (moderate to strong) prevail 58% of the time, creating onshore chop, there’s a 18% chance of ideal offshore winds (SSW/SW) that groom the swell into clean, hollow conditions. Expect larger sets to push through during SSW swells (20.65% in the 2–2.5m range), best suited for experienced surfers, while smaller days (SSE/SW mixes) offer more manageable peaks. Winds over 20kph (common from ESE/SE) can disrupt conditions, but dawn patrols often score cleaner waves before the breeze picks up. Overall, July is reliable with a mix of mid-sized, high-energy days and the occasional premium session when the wind cooperates.