Casino Pier - surf spot statistics

Casino Pier experiences generally small surf conditions throughout the year, with mean swell sizes ranging between 0.5m and 0.7m. The best months for surfing here are September and March, as they offer slightly better conditions compared to the rest of the year. September stands out with the highest percentage of ground swell (18%) and the lowest chance of no swell (35%), along with marginally better wind conditions (21% good wind). March also shows a minor increase in ground swell (7%) and has a lower likelihood of no swell (43%), though wind conditions remain poor (86% bad wind). The rest of the year is characterized by dominant wind swells and frequent unfavorable onshore winds, particularly from January through August and October through December, where bad wind conditions range from 79% to 86%. Swell consistency improves slightly in the fall (September to November), but overall, Casino Pier is not a high-performance surf spot and is best suited for beginners or those looking for smaller, less critical waves. For optimal sessions, late summer and early fall (September) offer the most favorable combination of swell and wind.

In September, Casino Pier offers generally small but surfable conditions with an average swell height of 0.7m and a decent period of 9.3s, indicating some energy in the waves. The dominant swell direction is from the ESE, accounting for the majority of rideable waves, particularly in the 0.5-1m range (27.5%) and 1-1.5m range (4.1%). Larger swells (1.5-2m) are rare but occur occasionally, mostly from the E and ESE directions. Wind conditions are favorable for surfing only 21% of the time, with lighter winds (0-20kph) being most common. Offshore winds (blowing from W/NW) are infrequent but optimal when they occur, while onshore SE/SSE winds can create choppier conditions. Overall, September provides small to mid-sized waves with variable wind conditions, requiring surfers to time sessions around lighter winds and favorable swell direction for the best experience.