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.

November at Mayport Poles offers fairly small but rideable conditions for surfers, with an average swell height of 0.8m and a decent period of 8.2s—enough for playful waves when they line up. The dominant swell direction is from the east (ENE to ESE), providing the most consistent energy, with the highest frequency of waves in the 0.5-1.5m range. However, larger swells (1.5m+) are relatively rare, occurring less than 5% of the time. Wind conditions are a mixed bag: only 19% of the time are they truly favorable for surfing—typically when lighter breezes come from the west or northwest, keeping the surface clean. Unfortunately, onshore winds (NE to SE) are more common, which can create chop and disrupt wave quality. Expect surfable days when a modest ENE/ESE swell combines with lighter offshore or cross-offshore winds, but overall, November leans toward smaller, less powerful surf with occasional windows of cleaner conditions. Advanced riders may find opportunities when wind and swell align, but it’s not a month for consistent high-performance waves.