La Torche - surf spot statistics

La Torche, France, is a exposed beach break that works best with groundswell and offshore winds. The optimal surfing conditions are found during the autumn and winter months, particularly from October to February, when groundswell dominates (58% to 88%) and swell heights are consistently strong (1.9m to 2.7m). November through January stands out as the peak season, offering the largest waves (2.2m to 2.7m) and the highest likelihood of groundswell. However, wind conditions during these months are frequently onshore or cross-shore (bad winds 80%+ of the time), making clean surf days rare. Spring (March to May) sees diminishing swell size (1.6m to 2.1m) but slightly improved wind conditions (good winds 22% to 26%), while summer (June to August) brings smaller, wind-driven swells (1.2m) and still mostly unfavorable winds. September and October can offer a decent compromise, with increasing groundswell (42% to 58%) and marginally better wind chances (23% to 26%). If you're chasing power and consistency, focus on winter despite the wind challenges, but if you prefer slightly cleaner conditions with smaller waves, late spring or early autumn may provide better opportunities.

June at La Torche offers fairly consistent surf conditions with an average swell height of 1.2m and a solid 9.5s period, ensuring decent energy in the waves. The most dominant swell direction is from the W to WNW, accounting for the majority of waves, particularly in the 1-2m range, which is ideal for intermediate to advanced surfers. Smaller swells (0.5-1.5m) from SW and WSW also contribute frequently, while larger swells (over 2m) are rare but possible, mostly from W and WSW. Wind conditions are less favorable, with only 24% of the time offering ideal offshore or light cross-shore winds—typically from an easterly quadrant (E to NE). The prevailing winds, however, come from W to NW, often in the 10-30kph range, creating onshore chop that can degrade wave quality. Surfers should watch for periods when high-pressure systems bring lighter easterlies, as this will clean up the W swell for better sessions. Overall, June delivers rideable waves regularly, but wind conditions will be the limiting factor for optimal surf.