Lennox Head - surf spot statistics

Lennox Head is a consistent surf spot with year-round waves, but the best conditions for surfers typically occur between April and August. During these months, ground swell frequency increases (peaking at 32% in July), reducing reliance on wind swells, which are less powerful and organized. The mean swell size remains steady around 1.5m-1.6m, providing a good balance of size and rideability. Wind conditions also improve significantly in this period, with good winds (offshore or light cross-shore) occurring 29-39% of the time—highest from May to July—while bad winds (onshore or strong cross-shore) drop to their lowest levels (61-71%). Outside this window, particularly from November to February, surf quality declines as wind swells dominate (81-86%) and good wind days become scarce (15-18%). Swell size slightly diminishes in late spring and summer (1.4m-1.5m), further limiting ideal surfing opportunities. For the most reliable, cleanest waves with solid ground swell and favorable winds, mid-autumn to late winter (April-August) is the prime window at Lennox Head.

February at Lennox Head offers surfable conditions, though with some variability. The average swell height is 1.6m with a decent 9.1s period, providing moderately powerful and clean walls when the direction aligns. The dominant swell directions are E (32.5%) and ESE (21.2%), delivering the best quality waves, particularly in the 1-2.5m range—ideal for performance surfing. SSE and SE swells also contribute, though they can introduce chop if winds are unfavorable. Wind conditions are hit-or-miss: only 16% of the time are they ideal (light offshore or sideshore), with the most common unfavorable winds being SSE to E at 10-30kph (often onshore). Morning sessions tend to be cleaner before sea breezes kick in. Expect a mix of playful 1-1.5m days and occasional punchier 2m+ sets, with the best windows occurring when high-pressure systems stabilize ENE winds. Not a guaranteed epic month, but patient surfers will score.