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.

November at Curl Curl offers surfable conditions with an average swell height of 1.5m and a decent period of 8.4s, providing consistent, rideable waves. The dominant swell directions are from the east-northeast (ENE) and southeast (SE), contributing the most frequent and sizable waves, particularly in the 1-2m range. These swells are well-distributed, with ENE producing 10.51% of waves in the 1-1.5m range and SE contributing 5.46% in the same category, along with a notable share of larger waves (2-2.5m) from the SSE and S directions. Wind conditions are less consistent, with only 26% of the time being ideal for surfing, typically when winds are light (0-20kph) and offshore or cross-offshore from the west or northwest. However, northeasterly and southerly winds are more common and often stronger, leading to choppy or onshore conditions that can degrade wave quality. Overall, November presents a mix of good swells but variable winds, requiring patience for optimal sessions. Mid-sized days with ENE or SE swells and lighter westerly winds will provide the best opportunities.