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.

February at Curl Curl offers decent surf conditions with an average swell height of 1.6m and a solid period of 8.9s, providing good energy for well-shaped waves. The dominant swell directions are ENE, E, SE, and SSE, which align well with the break. The majority of waves fall in the 1-2m range, with ENE (9.12%) and E (11.93%) contributing the largest share of rideable waves (1-1.5m), while larger sets (1.5-2.5m) are less frequent but present. Wind conditions are variable, with only 21% of the time being ideal for surfing—typically when winds are light (0-20kph) and offshore or sideshore from the W-NW quadrant. Unfortunately, NE-E winds (onshore) are common, bringing choppier conditions. Overall, February provides consistent surf, but wind quality can be hit or miss. Advanced surfers can score clean sessions early in the day before winds pick up, while mid-range swells offer the best balance of size and shape.