Car-rille - surf spot statistics

Car-rillo in the Philippines is primarily a windswell-dominated spot with minimal ground swell influence, mostly under 4% year-round. The best surf conditions occur from November to February, when windswell activity is highest (75-83%) and swell size peaks (0.9-1.1m). December stands out with the largest waves (1.1m mean swell size), 83% windswell likelihood, and the most favorable wind conditions (55% good winds). January follows closely with similar swell size (1.0m) and slightly lower but still decent wind stats (49% favorable). Early season (October) and late season (February) offer transitional conditions—October has improving winds (38% good) while February's swell consistency remains solid (69% windswell) despite deteriorating winds. From March through September, conditions weaken significantly: swell probability drops below 70%, mean sizes fall to 0.5-0.8m, and onshore winds dominate (71-86% unfavorable). April-May are particularly poor, with minimal swell (32-37% windswell) and the worst wind stats (81-86% bad). For surfers prioritizing size and consistency, December-January is the clear prime window, though November and February can deliver worthwhile sessions with slightly more wind variability. Avoid mid-year (April-August) unless surfing small, onshore waves is acceptable.

February at Car-rille offers fairly consistent surf conditions with an average swell height of 0.8m and a decent period of 6.9s, providing moderately clean and rideable waves. The dominant swell direction is NNW, contributing most waves in the 0.5-1.5m range, with occasional bigger sets up to 2.5m (though rare). Smaller swells from the north and west also occur but are generally weaker. Wind conditions are ideal for surfing 40% of the time, primarily when winds stay light (under 20kph) from northerly or easterly directions. Stronger onshore winds (SE-SSW) can occasionally disrupt conditions, but the spot remains surfable for intermediates when the wind cooperates. Expect mostly waist-to-chest-high surf with occasional head-high waves on the best days. Ideal for surfers looking for relaxed sessions rather than heavy barrels.