Curl Curl - surf spot statistics

Curl Curl, located in New South Wales, Australia, offers consistent surf conditions year-round, but the best months for surfing are typically from March through August, with optimal conditions peaking between May and July. During these months, the swell is more likely to be ground swell (ranging from 23% to 31%), which tends to produce cleaner, more powerful waves compared to wind swell, which dominates the rest of the year. The mean swell size remains fairly stable at around 1.5-1.6 meters, providing manageable but fun waves for intermediate to advanced surfers. Wind conditions improve significantly from March onward, with good wind days increasing to 35-40% between April and July, reducing the likelihood of onshore chop that can spoil sessions. Winter months (May-July) are particularly favorable, with ground swell percentages at their highest (30-31%) and bad wind conditions dropping to around 60-61%. While autumn (March-May) offers a good balance between swell quality and manageable winds, early winter (June-July) is prime time for consistent, clean waves. The summer months (December-February) are less reliable, with high wind swell (82-87%) and poor wind conditions (77-80% bad winds), making sessions more variable. September and October can still provide decent surf, though ground swell drops slightly and winds become less predictable. Overall, surfers should target the autumn and winter months for the best combination of swell power, favorable winds, and wave quality at Curl Curl.

Curl Curl in April offers decent surf conditions with an average swell height of 1.6m and a solid 9.5s period, providing consistent, well-formed waves. The dominant swell directions are from the east to southeast (E, ESE, SE, SSE), with the highest frequency of surfable waves (1-2.5m) coming from these sectors. SSE swells, in particular, deliver the most energy, often producing waves in the 1.5-2.5m range. However, wind conditions can be hit or miss—only 35% of the time is the wind ideal (typically light offshore or sideshore from the west or northwest). Onshore winds from the northeast to southeast are common, especially at 10-20kph, which can deteriorate wave quality. Larger swells (over 2.5m) are rare but possible, mostly from the SSE-S sector. Overall, April is a fair month for intermediates and above, with the best sessions occurring during clean SSE swells paired with favorable westerlies. Keep an eye on wind forecasts to maximize opportunities.