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.

In May, Cocal, El Salvador, offers consistent surf conditions with an average swell height of 1.4m and a strong, well-spaced period of 14.9s, indicating powerful, clean waves. The swell is predominantly from the SSW (60.43% of waves in the 1-1.5m range, with 20.70% at 1.5-2m), providing favorable direction for this break. Wind conditions are surfable 38% of the time, with the most common winds coming from the SSW to SW at moderate speeds (10-30kph). While occasional larger sets (2-2.5m) appear, the majority of waves are in the 1-2m range—ideal for intermediate to advanced surfers. Expect clean, well-organized waves on lighter wind days, particularly when offshore breezes align. May is a reliable month for quality sessions, with peak conditions during periods of SSW swell and lighter winds.