P-Land - surf spot statistics

P-Land, Panama, offers consistent surf year-round, with the best conditions typically occurring from April through November. During these months, ground swell dominates (90-99% occurrence), delivering the most reliable and clean waves. The mean swell size ranges from 0.8m to 1.1m, peaking in August with slightly larger waves. However, wind conditions become less favorable from May onwards, with bad wind days increasing significantly—particularly from June to October, where poor winds occur 65-78% of the time. This means that while swell consistency is excellent, onshore winds can frequently disrupt wave quality. The sweet spot for balanced conditions is April, with 97% ground swell, 0.9m waves, and marginally better wind odds (51% good). December to March provides smaller but cleaner waves (0.7-0.8m) with improved wind conditions (52-56% good), making it ideal for surfers prioritizing glassy waves over size. If you’re after bigger swells, target August, but expect challenging winds. For the best compromise between swell consistency and manageable winds, April and late November to early December are prime windows.

June at P-Land, Panama, offers consistent surf with an average swell height of 1.0m and a strong period of 14.4s, ensuring well-formed, powerful waves. The majority of the swell comes from the SSW (37.92% in the 0.5-1m range and 39.27% in the 1-1.5m range), providing clean, rideable waves with occasional sets up to 2.5m when conditions align. The wind is a mixed bag—while only 26% of the time is ideal for surfing, prevailing winds are mostly light (under 20kph) from the SW and WSW, which can be manageable for experienced surfers. However, stronger winds (20-30kph) from the SW or S can occasionally create choppier conditions. Expect a mix of clean, mid-sized waves and some wind-affected sessions, making it a solid but not always perfect month for surfing here.