Mizata - surf spot statistics

Mizata, El Salvador, offers consistent surf conditions year-round with reliable ground swells dominating the wave energy. The best months for surfing are generally from November to April, when swell consistency, wind conditions, and wave size align most favorably. During this period, ground swell averages between 0.9m and 1.2m, with the highest probability of good wind conditions peaking in November (55%) and remaining above 50% through March. Swell direction is nearly always from the ground, ensuring clean, organized waves with minimal wind chop. April stands out as particularly strong, with 100% ground swell and a mean size of 1.2m. The mid-year months from May to September see a slight drop in favorable winds (below 50%), but wave size remains solid, averaging 1.3m to 1.4m, though wind swell starts to creep in, particularly in September (8%). While summer surf can still be good, onshore winds become more prevalent, reducing ideal sessions. Overall, Mizata is a dependable spot with the most optimal conditions during the northern winter and early spring months when offshore winds are more frequent and swells are steady yet manageable. Advanced surfers may appreciate the slightly larger summer swells, but consistency and wind quality are best from late fall through early spring.

October in Mizata, El Salvador, offers consistent surf conditions with a favorable mix of swell and wind patterns. The average swell height is 1.3m, and the dominant period of 14.6s indicates powerful, well-spaced waves, ideal for intermediate to advanced surfers. The swell direction is predominantly from the SSW (63.57% of waves in the 1–1.5m range), with a solid contribution from SW and S directions, ensuring clean, organized surf. The majority of waves fall between 1–2m, though larger sets up to 2.5m+ are possible (20.18% at 1.5–2m from SSW). Wind conditions are favorable 51% of the time, with light to moderate NNE, NE, and E winds (below 20kph) keeping the surface clean. Stronger winds occasionally come from NNE to NE but rarely disrupt the surf. With mostly offshore or light cross-shore winds and a consistent, powerful SSW swell, October is a prime month for surfing Mizata—expect hollow, fast waves with good shape, particularly on mid to high tides.