Oscar Point - surf spot statistics

Oscar Point in Peru is a consistent year-round surf spot with a strong dominance of ground swells, averaging between 91% and 99% across all months, ensuring reliable wave energy. The swell size is generally medium, peaking from June to August with a mean swell height of around 2.0 meters, gradually tapering off to 1.4 meters by December and January. However, the biggest challenge here is the wind conditions, which are predominantly unfavorable, with good wind days being extremely rare—never exceeding 5% in any month and often dropping to 0% between April and November. The worst wind conditions occur from April through October, where bad winds are guaranteed 100% of the time. February offers a slight improvement with 5% good wind days, though still far from ideal. For surfers prioritizing wave consistency over wind conditions, the best months are June to August when swell size peaks. But if wind is a critical factor, January and February provide marginally better odds, albeit still poor. Overall, Oscar Point is a spot for surfers who can handle strong onshore winds, as clean conditions are exceedingly rare, but those willing to compromise will find powerful, well-formed waves year-round, courtesy of the relentless ground swells.

February at Oscar Point, Peru, delivers consistent surf with an average swell height of 1.5m and a strong, well-spaced period of 13.8s, generating clean, powerful waves. The swell predominantly arrives from the SSW and SW directions, with the majority of waves in the 1-1.5m range (27.67% SSW, 26.17% SW) and a solid presence of 1.5-2m waves (22.06% SSW, 14.54% SW). Larger sets occasionally reach 2-2.5m, particularly from the SSW. However, wind conditions are less favorable for surfing, with ideal offshore winds occurring only 5% of the time. The dominant winds blow from the S and SSE at moderate speeds (10-30kph), which can create onshore chop, though lighter winds below 20kph are somewhat frequent. Surfers can expect long, well-formed waves, but patience is required for those rare sessions with optimal winds. Overall, it’s a reliable spot for intermediate to advanced riders who can handle the occasional wind-affected conditions.