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.

September at Maria’s offers a mix of surfable conditions, though not always ideal. The average swell height is 1.0m with a solid 10.7s period, providing some decent energy for intermediate to advanced surfers. The most consistent swells come from the northeast (NE) and north-northeast (NNE) directions, contributing the majority of waves in the 0.5-1.5m range. Larger swells (1.5m+) are fairly rare but do occur, primarily from the NNW and NNE directions. Wind is the biggest limiting factor—only 38% of the time is it favorable for surfing, as easterly (E, ENE) and southerly (S, SSE) winds often create choppy or cross-shore conditions. The strongest onshore winds come from the southwest (SW, WSW) at 10-30kph, which can degrade wave quality. Overall, September delivers workable surf with cleanest conditions likely when winds are light or offshore (N, NW). Expect smaller, manageable waves with occasional punchier days when the swell direction aligns optimally.