Mona Lisa Point - surf spot statistics

Mona Lisa Point in the Philippines offers a mix of conditions year-round, but the most favorable months for surfing are from October to February. During this period, the swell consistency improves significantly, with wind swell probabilities peaking between 70-83%. The mean swell size ranges from 0.9 to 1.1 meters, providing decent wave energy, especially in December, which has the largest average swell size and the highest likelihood of good wind conditions (59%). Ground swells are rare but slightly more frequent in November, December, and January, contributing to better-quality waves. Wind conditions are most reliable in December and January, with favorable winds occurring over 50% of the time, minimizing onshore disruptions. From March to September, surf quality declines as wind swells drop below 70%, and bad wind conditions dominate, particularly from April to August, where unfavorable winds exceed 80%. Swell size also diminishes in these months, often below 0.8 meters, making sessions inconsistent. While June to August see a slight rebound in wind swell frequency, the persistently poor wind conditions (over 80% bad winds) limit rideable opportunities. For surfers seeking reliable waves, the late-year months—particularly December—are the prime window, offering the best balance of swell consistency, size, and cleaner winds.

In April, Mona Lisa Point in the Philippines typically offers small to very small surf, with an average swell height of just 0.5m and a modest period of 5.4s. The majority of waves are under 1m, with the NNW direction dominating swell distribution (36.39% of waves 0-0.5m and 20.65% 0.5-1m). Cleaner conditions above 1m are rare, occurring less than 5% of the time, mostly from NNW and N directions. Winds are variable but often less than ideal, with only 20% of conditions offering favorable offshore or light cross-shore winds. SE winds (10.61% at 10-20kph) and NW winds (5.87% at 10-20kph) are common, potentially creating choppy onshore conditions. Advanced surfers may find occasional waist-high peaks on NNW swells with rare clean wind alignment, but overall, expect generally small, weak surf best suited for beginners or longboarders. Windswell from the W/SW directions occasionally provides rideable waves, but consistency and power are limited.