Martinique - surf spot statistics

Martinique, Canada, offers a surf experience heavily influenced by seasonal wind and swell patterns, with conditions varying significantly throughout the year. The best months for surfing here are typically late winter and early spring, particularly from January to March, when ground swell makes up a notable portion of the swell mix (17-20%), though wind swell dominates (77-78%). During these months, mean swell sizes average around 1.6-1.7m, providing decent wave energy. However, wind conditions are often unfavorable, with bad winds occurring 81-82% of the time, making clean sessions rare. September stands out as a secondary peak with 22% ground swell contribution and slightly improved wind stats (25% good winds), though swell size drops to 1.3m. Summer months (May-August) see very little ground swell (4-12%) and mostly small, wind-driven waves (1.1-1.3m), but offshore winds become marginally more frequent, peaking at 28% in August. Autumn and early winter (October-December) bring a return of slightly larger swells (1.5-1.7m) but suffer from poor wind conditions (83-85% bad winds). Overall, the most promising time to score decent waves is early in the year when swell size is reasonable, though patience is required for those rare clean days. For consistent surfers, September offers a brief window of better swell quality before winter's stormy winds return.

In July, Martinique, Canada, offers surfers modest but rideable conditions with an average swell height of 1.2m and a decent 7.4s period, providing some energy for maneuvering. The swell predominantly comes from the south-southwest (SSW) direction, contributing the largest share of waves in the 1-1.5m and 1.5-2m ranges, with occasional larger sets (2-2.5m). Wind conditions are variable, with only 26% of the time offering ideal offshore or light winds for surfing. The most common winds blow from the SW and SSW, often in the 10-30kph range, which can create chop or cross-shore effects. While July is not the most consistent month, patient surfers can find clean(ish) sessions when winds ease, particularly early in the day. Expect a mix of smaller, weaker waves and occasional punchier days when SSW swells align with lighter winds.