Dee Why Point - surf spot statistics

Dee Why Point, Australia, offers surfable conditions year-round, but the best months for quality waves and favorable winds are typically from May to August. During this period, ground swell percentages increase to around 30%, while wind swell remains dominant but slightly reduced compared to other months. The mean swell size hovers around 1.5–1.6 meters, providing consistent, manageable waves. Wind conditions improve significantly in these months, with good winds occurring 42–43% of the time in May, June, and July—far better than the summer months when onshore winds (bad conditions) dominate at over 80%. Autumn (April–May) and early spring (September) also offer decent windows with a gradual transition in swell composition and wind quality, though not as reliably as mid-winter. The summer months (December–February) suffer from high wind swell dominance (85–87%) and poor wind conditions (bad winds 82–84%), making sessions less consistent despite the similar swell size. For surfers prioritizing cleaner, more powerful waves with offshore or light wind assistance, the winter window from May to July stands out as the prime season at Dee Why Point.

February at Dee Why Point offers fairly consistent surf with an average swell height of 1.6m and a solid period of 8.9s, suggesting well-formed and rideable waves. The swell direction is predominantly from the east to southeast, with the most frequent wave heights in the 1-2m range (peaking around 1-1.5m from the ENE and E directions). These conditions provide decent power and shape, though larger sets (2-2.5m) from the SSE and SE occur occasionally, adding variety. Wind is the limiting factor—only 17% of the time is it ideal for surfing, with favorable conditions typically coming from light to moderate offshore winds (W or NW). However, prevailing northeasterlies and southerlies often create onshore chop, reducing quality. Expect a mix of clean, mid-sized sessions when winds align, but prepare for frequent wind-affected days. Overall, February is surfable but not prime, requiring patience for the right windows.