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.

In July, Mayport Poles typically offers small to very small surf conditions, with an average swell height of just 0.5m and a moderate period of 8.0s, suggesting weaker, less powerful waves. The swell direction is predominantly from the east (E and ESE), with the majority of waves in the 0-0.5m range and only occasional sets reaching 1-1.5m. Clean conditions are relatively rare, as wind alignment is favorable just 13% of the time. Winds are most frequently light to moderate (10-20kph) and originate from the south to southwest (S, SSE, SSW, SW), which can create choppy or onshore conditions, further reducing surf quality. Given these statistics, July is not an ideal month for surfing here—expect mostly small, wind-affected waves with only brief windows of rideable conditions when winds ease or align offshore. Experienced surfers may still find occasional fun days, but beginners will struggle with the lack of consistent, clean swell.