Green Bowls - surf spot statistics

Green Bowls in Indonesia is a consistent year-round surf spot with a strong dominance of ground swell, rarely affected by wind swell or flat spells. The best conditions for surfers are typically found between February and April, when the swell remains solid (1.5-1.6m) and the chances of favorable wind conditions peak at 45% in February—significantly higher than most other months. During this window, the swell is clean and powerful, with ground swell making up 92-100% of the waves. From May to October, the swell size increases (1.8-2.2m), but offshore winds become extremely rare (1-6%), making these months less ideal despite the larger waves. November to January offers a slight improvement in wind conditions (12-38%) but with slightly smaller swells (1.5-1.6m). Overall, February stands out as the prime month with the best balance of swell consistency, size, and manageable wind conditions, though early-season months like January and March are also decent alternatives for those prioritizing cleaner surf over pure wave height. The dry season (June-September) delivers the biggest waves but is plagued by onshore winds, making it more suitable for experienced surfers willing to compromise on wind quality.

July at Green Bowls delivers consistent south to southwest swells, with an average height of 2.1m and a strong period of 14.9s, producing powerful, well-shaped waves. The dominant swell directions are SSW (41.5% of waves in the 1.5–2.5m range) and SW (32.9% in 1.5–2.5m), ensuring reliable, high-quality surf. However, wind conditions are challenging—onshore ESE-SE winds prevail (49.2% of the time at 10–30kph), with only 3% of days offering ideal offshore winds. Expect mostly head-high to double overhead waves with occasional bigger sets, but lighter winds are rare, so early mornings or protected sections may be best. Advanced surfers will find the most opportunities, as the combination of solid swell and often unfavorable winds demands experience.