Nestles - surf spot statistics

Best Surf Season (December - March)

The heart of the dry season brings consistent offshore winds from the north and northeast, creating clean, glassy conditions at Nestles. With average swell heights around 0.7-0.8m and long periods ranging from 11.8 to 13.3 seconds, the waves are punchy and well-organized. The dominant SSW and SW swell directions are perfectly aligned with the south-southwest-facing beach, delivering rideable waves that are often fun-sized to solid. This is prime time to score, with ideal wind percentages peaking at 47% in February.

Fair Surf Season (April & November)

The transition months see a shift in the wind regime. April still benefits from some lingering northerly flow (31% ideal wind), while November marks the return of slightly improved conditions after the wet season. Swell heights inch up slightly in April to 0.8m with very long periods (13.8s), but onshore winds become more frequent. November brings more consistent swell from SSW and SW, but wind quality remains marginal. These months offer occasional windows of good surf if you pick the right days.

Low Surf Season (May - October)

The wet season dominates from May through October, characterized by persistent onshore winds from the south and southwest that ruin wave quality. Ideal wind percentages plummet to as low as 9% in October. While swell heights increase to 1.0m on average and periods remain long (12-14s), the constant onshore flow chops up the waves, making conditions largely poor for surfing. The Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) sits overhead, bringing unstable air and frequent rain. Surfable moments are rare and typically require a strong high-pressure system to the north to briefly push offshore winds.

November: Beginning of Wind Recovery, Swell Consistent

November sees a slight improvement in wind quality, with ideal wind rising to 12%. The shift starts as the ITCZ retreats south. Winds are still predominantly from the western quadrants (W 33.1%, WNW 20.1%, WSW 18.8%). Swell averages 0.9m with period 11.9s, still mostly SSW (70.2%) and SW (29.2%). The 1-1.5m class is present (16.6% SSW, 12.3% SW). While still marginal, the occasional cold front can bring a northerly wind shift, clearing the air for a day or two. Look for post-frontal conditions to score clean, long-period groundswell.