L'Embarcadore - surf spot statistics

L'Embarcadère in France offers varying surf conditions throughout the year, with the best months primarily falling in late autumn and winter. November and December stand out as the peak months for surfers, featuring the highest ground swell percentages (79% and 78%, respectively) and the largest mean swell sizes (1.7m and 1.8m). These months also see relatively low wind swell influence, ensuring cleaner and more powerful waves. However, the downside is the high prevalence of bad wind conditions (73% and 78%), which can occasionally disrupt surf sessions. January and February follow closely, with strong ground swell persistence (83% and 79%) and decent swell sizes (1.5m and 1.4m), though wind conditions remain unfavorable most of the time (82% and 81%). The early autumn months, particularly September and October, provide a balance with moderate ground swell presence (45% and 49%) and slightly better wind conditions compared to winter, though swell size decreases (0.9m and 1.3m). Spring and summer months (April to August) are the least consistent, with ground swell dropping significantly (51% to as low as 12%) and wind swell becoming dominant, leading to smaller, choppier waves. While May and August offer better wind conditions (41% good wind days), the overall surf quality is diminished due to weaker swells. For surfers prioritizing size and consistency, late autumn and winter are the best bet, while those willing to compromise for lighter crowds and warmer conditions might find September or early October more suitable, albeit with reduced wave power.

June at L'Embarcadère offers relatively small but consistent surf, with an average swell height of 0.8m and a decent period of 8.9s, ensuring some rideable energy. The majority of waves come from the W (27.5% in the 0.5-1m range) and WNW (22.2% in the same range), providing reasonably clean, angled swells for the spot. WSW also contributes slightly larger waves (3.3% at 0.5-1m, 2.4% at 1-1.5m). However, anything over 1.5m is rare, limiting the potential for powerful surf. Wind conditions are rideable 33% of the time, with the most favorable winds likely coming from the NE-ENE sector (lighter speeds, 0-20kph). Mid-range winds (10-20kph) from SW-WSW occur frequently (5-6% each direction), which may create choppier conditions. Overall, expect small to occasionally mid-sized waves with variable wind quality—best suited for longboarding or relaxed surfing when winds align. Keep an eye on W-WSW swells combined with lighter NE-ENE winds for the cleanest sessions.