Maroubra - surf spot statistics

Maroubra, Australia, offers surfable waves year-round, but the best conditions typically occur from autumn through early spring (April to September). During these months, ground swell becomes more prominent, increasing from 27% in April to 32% in May and June, with wind swell still dominant but decreasing to around 67-73%. The mean swell size remains consistent at 1.6-1.7m, providing solid, rideable waves without being excessively large. Wind conditions also improve significantly in this period, with good wind days peaking at 37-38% from May to July and bad wind days dropping to 62-69%. This combination of stronger ground swells and favorable winds makes these months ideal for surfing at Maroubra. The summer months (December to February) are less reliable due to higher wind swell dominance (81-86%) and fewer ground swells (14-19%). Wind conditions worsen, with bad wind days exceeding 83-86% and good wind days dropping to just 14-17%, often resulting in choppy or onshore conditions. Swell size remains modest at 1.5-1.7m, but the lack of clean ground swells and consistent offshore winds limits quality sessions. Late autumn (May-June) and early winter (July) stand out as the prime months, offering the best balance of swell energy, favorable winds, and wave consistency. Surfers should prioritize this window for optimal Maroubra sessions, while spring (October-November) and late winter (August-September) still provide decent conditions as the swell transitions.

Maroubra in May offers fairly consistent surf conditions, with an average swell height of 1.6m and a solid period of 9.7s, ensuring well-formed, rideable waves. The swell direction is predominantly from the south and southeast, with SSE, S, and SE contributing the most to the larger waves (1.5m and above). These directions provide the best energy for quality waves, particularly in the 1.5–2.5m range, which is well-distributed throughout the month. Wind conditions are somewhat variable, with ideal offshore or light cross-shore winds occurring 37% of the time—predominantly from the west and northwest, keeping the surface clean. However, south and southeast winds can bring onshore chop, especially at higher speeds (20–30kph), which may affect wave quality. Overall, May delivers decent surf at Maroubra, with a mix of mid-sized, well-spaced waves and manageable winds, though patience may be needed for those pristine, glassy sessions.