Mayport Poles - surf spot statistics

Mayport Poles is a surf spot with predominantly wind-driven conditions, as the data shows wind swell dominating throughout the year while ground swell remains relatively low. The best months for surfing here are from September through December, when swell energy increases, and wind conditions improve slightly. September stands out with the highest ground swell contribution (18%) and manageable wind swell (52%), resulting in a mean swell size of 0.7m. October and November follow closely, offering larger swells (0.8m) due to stronger wind swell activity (63-67%) and slightly better wind conditions compared to summer months. December also remains decent with 0.7m waves and a small uptick in favorable winds (21%). Winter and early spring (January-March) have consistent wind swell but suffer from poor wind conditions (82-85% unfavorable), making sessions hit-or-miss. Summer (June-August) is the least favorable, with weak swells (0.5m), high percentages of no-swell days, and the worst wind setups. Overall, late fall into early winter provides the most reliable surf, though wind quality remains a persistent challenge year-round. Advanced surfers can find opportunities when swell aligns with rare clean wind days, but the spot is rarely pristine.

December at Mayport Poles offers generally small but rideable conditions, with an average swell height of 0.7m and a decent period of 8.2s, providing some energy for shortboarders. The dominant swell directions are E and ENE, which account for the majority of waves in the 0.5-2m range, with ENE swells producing slightly larger and more powerful waves (up to 1.5-2m). However, the majority of waves (over 60%) are under 1m, making it more suitable for longboarding or beginners when smaller. Wind conditions are a mixed bag—only 21% of the time is it ideal (primarily light offshore from W to NW directions). The most common winds are N to NNE at 10-30kph, which can create choppy or cross-shore conditions. Stronger winds (20-30kph) from NNE and NW occur frequently enough to disrupt clean faces. Expect mostly small, playful waves with occasional chest-high+ sets on ENE swells, but wind will often be the limiting factor. Patience and timing will be key to scoring the best sessions.