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Falasarna - surf spot statistics
Falasarna seasonal overview
Best Surf Season (October - March)
The North Atlantic winter storm track fires up consistently from October through March, delivering a steady diet of W, WNW, and NW swell to Falasarna's west-facing beach. Average swell heights range from 1.1m to 1.5m with periods frequently climbing into the 6-9s range, offering punchy, rideable waves. Offshore winds from the east and southeast sectors blow 12-14% of the time, often aligning with passing high-pressure systems for clean, semi-glass conditions. This is the prime window for scoring fun, rippable surf.
Fair Surf Season (April & September)
These transitional months see the North Atlantic storm machine start to slow down (April) or begin to rev up (September). Swell heights average 0.8-0.9m with shorter periods around 5.3-5.6s. While inconsistent, westerly swells still show up, and offshore wind percentages hover around 12-13%. The best days come when a late-season or early-season low-pressure system sends a pulse of long-period swell, but conditions are often small and grovelly.
Low Surf Season (May - August)
The Mediterranean summer high-pressure regime locks in, flattening the swell. Average heights drop to just 0.7m with short, weak periods (5.0-5.3s). The dominant swell direction shifts to a mix of NW and WNW but in a very small, low-energy window. Offshore breezes from the east and northeast actually become more frequent (up to 16% in July/August), but the lack of significant groundswell means surfable waves are rare. It's a time for longboard cruises on the tiny bumps or days spent enjoying the beach.
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Conditions at Falasarna in July
July: Tiny Bumps Under Clean Skies
July brings slightly better wind odds but still struggles with swell energy. Average height remains at 0.7m, period 5.3s. The swell direction is overwhelmingly WNW (34.2%), with a secondary peak from NNE (22.1%) — though both are mostly below 1m. The good news: offshore wind frequency jumps to 16%, as the NE (25.7%) and NNE (18.6%) winds become dominant, blowing straight offshore at Falasarna. This creates clean conditions for the tiny windswell that does exist. You'll find smooth, small waves ideal for longboards or soft-tops. Don't expect power, but the air will be warm and the water welcoming.
Average Spot conditions at Falasarna in July
Swell history for July
Wind history for July
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Falasarna during July. Based on historical data, there is a % probability of groundswell occurring this month. The chart below provides a detailed breakdown of the average wave height distribution, offering deep insights into the swell quality and surf potential you can expect at Falasarna for your next trip in July.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Falasarna for July. Our analysis shows that favorable offshore or side-shore winds coincide with surfable swell approximately % of the time. The accompanying graph illustrates the average size distribution of waves during these optimal wind windows at Falasarna.