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.

March at Curl Curl offers reasonably consistent surf with an average swell height of 1.6m and a solid period of 9.2s, indicating well-formed, powerful waves. The swell predominantly arrives from the east-southeast (ESE to SSE), contributing to the majority of rideable conditions, especially in the 1-2.5m range. Around 27% of waves fall in the ideal 1-1.5m category, with another 14% in the punchier 1.5-2.5m range—good for intermediate to advanced surfers. However, wind conditions are only favorable 26% of the time, with the best chances occurring when offshore winds (W to NW) are light. Unfortunately, northeasterlies and easterlies—common in March—can create onshore chop, particularly at higher speeds (10-30kph). SSE to S winds, while occasionally strong, may still work slightly better due to the beach’s orientation. Overall, expect a mix of clean and messy days, with the best sessions likely during early mornings or when winds swing west. Crowds can be a factor, so timing is key.