Conchalio - surf spot statistics

Conchalio, El Salvador, offers consistent surf conditions year-round with a strong dominance of ground swell, making it a reliable destination for surfers. The best months for optimal conditions are from November to March, when the swell remains clean and well-organized, averaging between 0.9m and 1.2m. During this period, ground swell is exceptionally dominant (97-100%), ensuring high-quality waves with minimal wind chop interference. Wind conditions are slightly more favorable from November to February, with good wind days occurring around 47-49% of the time, reducing the likelihood of onshore winds disrupting the surf. The shoulder months of April and October still provide solid waves (1.2m-1.4m), though wind conditions become less reliable, with bad winds increasing to 56-57%. From May to September, swell size peaks (1.4m-1.5m), offering larger waves, but wind conditions deteriorate further, with bad winds present 60-61% of the time. Despite this, the consistency of ground swell ensures ridable waves almost every day, with virtually no flat spells. Advanced surfers may prefer the larger swells of the wet season (May-September), though they’ll contend with more frequent onshore winds. For a balance of wave quality and favorable winds, the dry season (November-March) is ideal, providing cleaner conditions with manageable swell sizes. Overall, Conchalio is a year-round surf spot, with slight seasonal trade-offs between size and wind.

October at Conchalio, El Salvador, offers solid surf conditions with an average swell height of 1.4m and a robust 14.5s period, ensuring well-formed, powerful waves. The swell is predominantly from the SSW (59.86% of waves in the 1-1.5m range and 23.42% in the 1.5-2m range), delivering consistent, punchy walls ideal for intermediate to advanced surfers. Smaller days (0.5-1m) still provide rideable waves, while overhead sets (2-2.5m) appear occasionally for those seeking heavier barrels. Winds are favorable 44% of the time, typically light to moderate (10-20kph) from the NNE and SSW, keeping conditions clean. However, stronger gusts (20-30kph) can occasionally create chop, especially from the SW. Overall, October is a reliable month with powerful, well-organized swell and manageable winds—best capitalized on during dawn patrol or evening glass-offs.