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.

February at Cocal, El Salvador, offers fairly consistent surf conditions with an average swell height of 1.0m and a solid period of 13.9s, ensuring well-formed, punchy waves. The dominant swell direction is from the south-southwest (SSW), with 47.08% of waves in the 0.5-1m range and 38.24% in the 1-1.5m range—ideal for intermediate to advanced surfers looking for clean, rideable shoulders. Larger swells (1.5-2m) are rare, making it a relatively manageable spot most of the time. Wind conditions are favorable 47% of the time, with the most common winds coming from the NNE to NE, often in the 10-20kph range, which can occasionally create cross-shore texture but generally stay light enough to maintain clean faces. Stronger winds (20-30kph) are possible but relatively infrequent. Overall, February delivers a mix of waist-to-head-high waves with good shape, though consistency relies on SSW swells. Expect occasional bump from NE winds, but mornings often provide the best sessions with lighter breezes. It's a solid month for scoring fun, rippable waves without too much chaos.