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.

May at Los Quebrantos offers relatively consistent surf with an average swell height of 1.3m and a solid period of 9.9s, indicating well-formed, rideable waves. The dominant swell directions are NW and WNW, contributing the majority of waves in the 0.5-2.5m range, with NW swells being particularly frequent (18.24% at 0.5-1m, 15.61% at 1-1.5m). Larger swells (over 2.5m) are rare but possible from NW and WNW. Wind conditions are variable, with only 28% of days providing ideal offshore or light cross-shore winds—most commonly from the NE to E sectors, though these winds can also bring stronger onshore flow at times. ENE winds are particularly frequent (12.25% of observations) but often exceed 20kph, potentially creating choppy conditions. Westerly winds (W, WSW) also occur regularly but tend to be stronger, reducing surf quality. For surfers, the best sessions will come during NW swells paired with light NE or E winds, offering cleaner conditions. While May isn’t the most consistent month, patience will reward surfers with decent, mid-sized waves, especially when wind and swell align.