Canoes - surf spot statistics

The best months for surfing at Canoes, United States, are typically from September through January, with September standing out as the most consistent period. During these months, ground swell dominates (62-67%), providing cleaner and more organized waves compared to wind swell. The mean swell size remains steady around 1.3-1.4 meters, offering manageable yet fun conditions for intermediate to advanced surfers. While wind conditions are still challenging (good winds only 35-37% of the time), they are relatively better than other months. Winter months (December-February) see a balanced mix of ground and wind swell but suffer from higher bad wind probabilities (63-65%). From March through August, conditions deteriorate with increasing wind swell influence and significantly worse wind patterns (bad winds 65-77%), making these months less ideal. July and August are particularly unfavorable due to the highest likelihood of onshore winds (76-77%). Overall, late summer and early fall (September-October) present the best balance of ground swell prevalence and slightly more favorable winds, making them the prime surfing window at Canoes.

December at Canoes offers surfable conditions with an average swell height of 1.4m and a solid 11.1s period, providing enough power for quality rides. The swell direction is most favorable from the ENE, with 10.34% of waves in the 1-1.5m range and 11.03% in the 1.5-2m range—creating the best opportunities for clean, rideable waves. NNE and NE swells also contribute, though less consistently. Wind conditions are ideal for surfing 35% of the time, with lighter winds (below 20kph) often coming from the NE, ENE, and E, which can groom the swell into clean faces. However, stronger onshore winds (20-40kph) from the ENE and NE occur frequently enough to disrupt conditions, particularly during larger swells. Smaller days (0.5-1m) are common but less ideal, while overhead waves (2m+) are rare. Overall, December delivers a mix of surfable days, with the best sessions occurring when ENE swells coincide with lighter NE or E winds, offering the cleanest and most consistent waves.