Comporta - surf spot statistics

Comporta, Portugal, offers varying surf conditions throughout the year, with the best months typically falling within the winter season. From January to March, the spot experiences the most consistent and powerful ground swells, with January showing the highest percentage (90%) of ground swell days and an average swell size of 2.1m. February and December also deliver strong conditions, with 2.0m swells and high ground swell dominance (88% and 84%, respectively). Wind conditions, however, are less favorable, with bad winds occurring 65-71% of the time during these peak swell months. Moving into spring and summer (April to August), ground swells decrease significantly, giving way to wind swells, which dominate from May to August. Swell size drops to around 1.1-1.6m, and wind conditions remain largely unfavorable (77-81% bad winds). The autumn months (September to November) see a gradual return of ground swells, with October and November offering a decent compromise between swell energy (1.6-1.8m) and slightly improved wind conditions (69% bad winds). The optimal window for surfing in Comporta is clearly winter, specifically January through March, when swell consistency, size, and quality are highest, despite the challenging winds. Late autumn (October-November) can also provide good sessions, though with smaller swells. Summer is the least reliable season for quality surf due to the predominance of weaker wind swells and onshore winds. For advanced surfers seeking powerful, clean waves, prioritizing winter months is essential, while intermediate surfers may find late autumn more manageable.

October in Comporta offers decent surf conditions with an average swell height of 1.6m and a solid period of 11.3s, providing well-formed, rideable waves. The swell direction is predominantly from the west-northwest (WNW), northwest (NW), and southwest (SW), which aligns well with the beach setup, ensuring consistent energy in the waves. Around 31% of the time, winds are favorable—typically light to moderate (0–20kph) from the northeast (NE) to southeast (SE), creating clean or offshore conditions. However, stronger winds from the north (N) or northwest (NW) can occasionally disrupt sessions. Wave heights are most frequently in the 1–2.5m range (peaking in the 1.5–2m bracket), delivering punchy but manageable surf for intermediate to advanced riders. Expect smaller days (0.5–1m) but also occasional overhead sets when larger WNW/NW swells push through. Your best windows will be during lighter wind periods, especially early mornings.