Cocal - surf spot statistics

Cocal in El Salvador offers consistent surf conditions year-round, with reliable ground swells dominating every month (92-100% prevalence). The best time to surf here is generally from April to September, when mean swell sizes peak at 1.2-1.5m, providing more powerful and consistent waves. However, wind conditions during these months are less favorable, with good winds only occurring 38-44% of the time, meaning onshore winds are frequent. The trade-off is larger swells but potentially choppier conditions. For cleaner waves with manageable swell sizes (0.9-1.1m), the period from November to February is ideal, as wind conditions improve slightly (46-49% good winds). Though the waves are smaller, they tend to be cleaner and more organized. March and October serve as transitional months, still offering solid swell (1.1-1.4m) but with wind reliability in between the two extremes. If you prioritize wave size and consistency, target the mid-year months but expect wind challenges. If you prefer cleaner, more predictable sessions, the winter months are better, albeit with slightly smaller waves. The data confirms that Cocal is a dependable spot with surfable conditions all year, just with varying trade-offs between swell size and wind quality.