La Bocana - surf spot statistics

La Bocana in El Salvador offers consistent year-round surf conditions, with ground swell dominating nearly every month, rarely dropping below 92% prevalence. The smallest swell size averages around 0.9m in January, gradually increasing to peak at 1.5m in September before tapering off again by December. Wind conditions are less favorable, with "bad" winds (onshore or cross-shore) outweighing good offshore winds in every month, averaging between 51-61% unfavorable winds. The best balance between swell size and wind conditions occurs from November to February, when winds are slightly more manageable (45-49% good days) and swells remain in the 0.9-1.1m range—ideal for intermediate surfers. The largest swells arrive from May to September (1.4-1.5m), but the higher proportion of poor wind conditions (60%) makes sessions more hit-or-miss. March and April also see decent swell (1.1-1.2m) with wind stats similar to winter, offering an underrated window. July stands out as the only month with a marginal no-swell probability (1%), though this is negligible. For advanced surfers chasing size, September delivers the biggest waves (1.5m), but patience with wind will be required. Beginners may prefer December or January, when smaller waves and slightly improved wind odds (47-45% good days) allow for more controlled sessions. Ultimately, La Bocana’s consistency in ground swell makes it a reliable spot year-round, but the trade-off is persistent wind challenges, requiring surfers to time sessions carefully.

November at La Bocana, El Salvador, offers consistent surf conditions with a solid mix of swells and manageable wind patterns. The average swell height is 1.1m with a strong 14.1s period, providing well-spaced, powerful waves suitable for intermediate to advanced surfers. The majority of swells come from the SSW direction (60.92% in the 1-1.5m range), ensuring properly angled waves for the break. Larger swells (1.5-2m) are less frequent but still present (6.13% SSW), while swells over 2.5m are rare, keeping conditions manageable. Wind is favorable 49% of the time, primarily blowing light to moderate (0-20kph) from the NNW to NE, which often results in offshore or cross-offshore conditions. Stronger winds (20-30kph) occasionally come from the NNE but are not disruptive enough to significantly degrade wave quality. Overall, November delivers reliable, powerful surf with good shape, particularly on SSW swells, and a reasonable chance of clean conditions—ideal for surfers looking for performance waves without excessive size or wind interference.