Los Quebrantos - surf spot statistics

Los Quebrantos in Spain offers consistent surf conditions year-round, but the best months for surfing are clearly during the winter and early autumn. From October through February, ground swell dominates with percentages ranging from 64% to 84%, ensuring powerful, well-formed waves. The mean swell size during these months is also the most favorable, peaking in January at 2.3 meters. December and January stand out as prime surf months, with ground swell frequencies above 79%, solid wave heights, and slightly better wind conditions (around 36-39% good winds) compared to other winter months. November and February also deliver strong conditions, though with marginally smaller swells and similar wind challenges. The worst wind conditions occur in summer, particularly from June to August, where bad winds prevail over 74% of the time, combined with weaker, wind-driven swells and minimal ground swell influence. While September and March provide transitional conditions with decent ground swell activity (46% and 76%, respectively), they still suffer from less reliable winds. For surfers seeking consistency, power, and cleaner conditions, the late autumn to mid-winter window (October-February) is optimal, despite the higher likelihood of onshore winds. Summer months are generally poor, with small, wind-affected waves and unfavorable winds, making them less appealing for serious surfers.

June at Los Quebrantos offers generally small but surfable conditions with an average swell height of 1.1m and a decent period of 9.2s, suggesting clean, well-formed waves. The majority of swell comes from the NW and WNW (58% combined in the 0.5-2.5m range), which aligns well with the beach’s exposure, providing the most consistent and rideable waves. ENE swells also contribute occasionally, bringing slightly larger but less frequent waves (1.5-2.5m range). Wind conditions are a mixed bag—only 24% of the time are they ideal for surfing, primarily light offshore (NNE to NE) or light cross-shore (WNW to NW). However, ENE and E winds are prevalent and often blow at 10-30kph, creating choppy or blown-out conditions, especially in the afternoons. Surfers should aim for early sessions when winds are lighter or days with NW swell and light NW winds for the cleanest waves. Overall, June is decent for beginners to intermediates, but advanced surfers may find it lacking in size and consistency. Keep an eye on wind forecasts for the best sessions.