Conil de la Frontera - surf spot statistics

Conil de la Frontera offers varying surf conditions throughout the year, with the best months typically aligning with the Atlantic swell season. The winter months, from November through February, provide the most consistent and favorable conditions for surfers. During this period, ground swells dominate, accounting for 46–71% of the swell activity, ensuring cleaner, more organized waves. December stands out with the largest mean swell size (1.2m) and the highest percentage of ground swells (60%), while January follows closely with 71% ground swells and a mean swell size of 1.1m. Wind conditions, however, remain challenging year-round, with bad wind conditions prevailing most of the time (76–90%). Despite this, late autumn and winter still offer slightly better wind windows, with November and December having 19–22% good wind days compared to the summer lows of 10–13%. From March onwards, wind swells become more prominent, peaking in June and July (65%), but wave quality diminishes due to smaller swells (0.6–0.8m) and persistent onshore winds (87–90% bad wind conditions). September and October mark a transitional period, with ground swells increasing again but still mixed with wind swells and inconsistent winds. For advanced surfers seeking the most reliable conditions, late autumn to early winter (November–February) delivers the best balance of swell size and consistency, despite the frequent wind challenges. Summer is generally the least favorable, with weak swells and poor wind conditions making it a season better suited for beginners or longboarders on rare clean days.

In April, Conil de la Frontera offers variable but generally surfable conditions with an average swell height of 1.0m and a solid period of 9.6s, indicating well-formed waves. The dominant swell directions are from the WSW (23.39% of waves in the 0.5-1m range), W, and WNW, providing consistent energy for rideable waves. While smaller waves (0.5-1.5m) are most frequent, there are occasional larger sets (1.5-2.5m) from the WSW and W, offering opportunities for more advanced surfers. However, wind conditions are less reliable—only 17% of the time is the wind ideal (likely light offshore or sideshore). Easterly winds (E, ENE) are common and often strong (20-40kph), which can create choppy or blown-out conditions. WSW and SW winds, though less frequent, are more favorable. Overall, April presents a mix of small to medium swells with occasional clean sessions, but wind quality is inconsistent. Patience and timing are key to scoring the best days.