Maria's - surf spot statistics

Maria's in the United States offers varying surf conditions throughout the year, with the best months typically characterized by consistent ground swells, favorable wind conditions, and larger wave sizes. The prime season runs from November through March, when ground swells dominate (48-54% of the time) and wave heights average 1.1m to 1.3m. December stands out with excellent wind conditions (73% good) and solid swell size (1.3m), making it one of the most reliable months for quality waves. January also delivers strong conditions with a high percentage of ground swells (54%) and good winds (65%). February and March remain decent, though wind conditions become slightly less favorable. From April onward, the surf quality declines as wind swells become more prevalent and wave heights drop below 1.0m. Summer months (June-August) are the least consistent, with minimal ground swells (1-8%) and poor wind conditions (70-82% bad). September and October mark a transition period—ground swells return (54-55%), but wind reliability remains inconsistent until November, when conditions improve dramatically. For surfers seeking the best experience at Maria's, late fall to early winter (November-January) is the optimal window, offering powerful, clean waves with minimal surf disruptions.

August at Maria's offers generally small but rideable surf, with an average swell height of 0.7m and a decent period of 7.3s, providing some energy for fun, albeit softer waves. The predominant swell direction is NE, accounting for nearly 66% of conditions, mostly in the 0.5–1.5m range, with occasional bigger sets up to 1.5–2m (0.2%). WNW and NW swells occasionally contribute slightly larger waves (up to 2.5m), but these are rare. Wind conditions are hit-or-miss: only 19% of the time are they ideal (light offshore or glassy), while the majority are onshore or cross-shore, particularly from the S-SW sector (often 10–30kph). Expect crowded sessions on clean days, but patience may reward surfers with smaller, groomed NE swells and lighter winds early in the day. Not a high-performance month, but suitable for relaxed surfing.