Kirra - surf spot statistics

Kirra, Australia, is a world-class right-hand point break that thrives on consistent ground swells and favorable winds. The best months for surfing at Kirra are typically from March to July, when ground swell percentages peak, averaging 20-29% of the time, and wind conditions improve compared to other months. March stands out with 20% ground swell, 29% good wind conditions, and a solid 1.7m mean swell size, making it one of the most reliable months. April and May continue this trend, with ground swells holding at 20-25% and good wind conditions reaching 34-37%, while June and July still offer decent ground swell energy (28-29%) despite slightly smaller waves (1.5-1.6m). The worst conditions are from November to February, when ground swells drop below 16%, wind swell dominates (84-88%), and bad wind conditions peak at 73-81%. September to December sees the smallest waves (1.4-1.5m) and the lowest likelihood of clean conditions. For powerful, well-shaped waves and manageable winds, target mid-autumn to early winter (March-July), avoiding the summer months when onshore winds and weak swells prevail. Kirra’s legendary barrels are most likely in this window, especially when larger SE swells and lighter E/NE winds align.

November at Kirra offers decent surfing conditions, with an average swell height of 1.4m and a period of 8.2s, producing mostly rideable waves. The dominant swell directions are from the east (E, ESE, SE) with the highest frequency of waves in the 1-1.5m range, occasionally reaching up to 2.5m. Cleaner conditions are most likely when swells come from E to SE, aligning well with the beach’s orientation. Wind conditions are favorable for surfing only 19% of the time, as onshore winds from the NE to SE are common, often blowing at 10-20kph, which can create chop. However, lighter winds or offshore breezes from W to NNW are rare but provide the best conditions when they occur. Larger swells (over 2m) are less frequent but can produce powerful, barreling waves when combined with favorable winds. Overall, November is a mid-range month for Kirra—surfable, but consistency and quality depend heavily on wind conditions and swell direction.