North Point - surf spot statistics

North Point in Australia receives consistent ground swell year-round, with minimal wind swell influence and no days of flat conditions, making it a highly reliable surf spot. The best months for surfers are April through September, when the mean swell size peaks between 2.7m and 3.7m, offering powerful and well-formed waves. However, wind conditions are challenging, with bad onshore winds dominating over 70% of the time in every month. The cleanest sessions are most likely in April and May, where good wind conditions reach 27% and 24% respectively, despite still being relatively rare. Swell size is largest from June to August, averaging 3.5m+, but wind quality remains poor, meaning surfers will often need to contend with choppy or cross-shore winds. Early season (March-May) and late season (October) provide a slightly better balance of solid swell (2.4m-3.1m) and marginally improved wind chances. Overall, North Point is a world-class wave with powerful, clean groundswell, but surfers should expect less-than-ideal winds most of the year, prioritizing swell consistency over perfect conditions.

April at North Point delivers consistent surf with an average swell height of 2.7m and a solid 13.5s period, indicating powerful, well-spaced waves. The dominant swell direction is from the SW, contributing significantly to waves in the 1.5–2.5m range, with nearly 35% of swells falling within this ideal size bracket. The SSW and WSW directions also contribute, though less frequently. Wind conditions are favorable for surfing only 27% of the time, with the best scenario being light to moderate offshore winds from the eastern quadrants (E to SE), which occur occasionally but are often overshadowed by stronger onshore winds, particularly from the S and SW. Expect challenging cross-shore or onshore winds on many days, which can degrade wave quality despite the strong swell. For experienced surfers, April offers powerful, high-energy waves, but patience and timing are key to scoring clean conditions.