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.

March in Conil de la Frontera offers a mix of surf conditions, with a predominant swell height averaging 1.1m and a solid period of 10.9s, indicating consistent and well-formed waves. The most favorable swell directions come from the WSW (22.08% at 0.5-1m, 9.18% at 1-1.5m) and WNW (9.48% at 0.5-1m, 6.64% at 1-1.5m), providing decent rideable waves, though larger sets (1.5-2m+) are less frequent. The E and ESE swells contribute occasionally, but their consistency drops off at higher sizes. Wind conditions are less ideal, with only 18% being optimal for surfing—typically light offshore or cross-shore winds. The dominant winds are often from the E and ENE, bringing stronger onshore gusts (6.27% at 20-30kph from E), which can degrade wave quality. Swells from the SW and W are cleaner but less frequent. For experienced surfers, mid-sized days with WNW/WSW swells and lighter winds will provide the best sessions, though variable wind conditions mean careful timing is key for optimal waves.