Lances Right seasonal overview
Lances Right is a renowned surf spot in Indonesia that offers consistent ground swell year-round, making it a reliable destination for surfers. The best months for optimal conditions are typically from April to June, when the swell is powerful and clean, with mean swell sizes ranging from 1.1m to 1.3m. During this period, ground swell dominates at 98-100%, ensuring high-quality waves with minimal wind swell interference. Wind conditions are most favorable in February, with 58% good wind days, though by May and June, onshore winds increase, reducing the percentage of favorable wind days to 33-40%. From July to September, the swell remains strong at 1.3m, but wind conditions deteriorate significantly, with only 19-24% of days offering good winds, making it less ideal for most surfers despite the solid swell. The early season (January-March) and late season (October-December) provide decent conditions with swell sizes around 1.0-1.1m, but wind reliability varies, peaking in February and declining toward the end of the year. Overall, the prime window for the best combination of swell size, consistency, and manageable winds is April to June, with February also standing out for wind conditions despite slightly smaller waves.
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Conditions at Lances Right in May
Lances Right in May offers consistent, quality surf with a predominant swell coming from the SSW and SW directions, delivering a favorable average height of 1.2m and a strong period of 14.8s, ensuring well-spaced, powerful waves. Roughly 74% of waves fall in the 0.5–2.5m range, with the sweet spot (1–1.5m) making up 35% of conditions—ideal for intermediate to advanced surfers. Wind conditions are workable, with offshore or light winds occurring 40% of the time, though variable onshore winds (ESE to NW) can occasionally disrupt surf quality. The spot handles larger swells cleanly, but the rarity of waves over 2.5m means it rarely gets too heavy. Expect reliable, mid-sized surf with occasional glassy sessions, but prepare for some wind interference, particularly from the NW quadrant. Overall, May is a solid month for surfing here, especially for those comfortable in head-high waves.
Average Spot conditions at Lances Right in May
Swell history for May
Wind history for May
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Lances Right during May. 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 Lances Right for your next trip in May.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Lances Right for May. 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 Lances Right.
