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Pacasmayo - surf spot statistics
Pacasmayo seasonal overview
Best Surf Season (April - September)
The Southern Hemisphere winter drives the most consistent and powerful swell trains from the South Pacific. During these months, a persistent stream of long-period SSW groundswell interacts with the Peruvian coastline, delivering average wave heights of 1.2 to 1.3 metres. The predominant offshore flow from the south and southeast keeps the surface glassy and lined up, making for rippable, fun-sized waves. While the swell direction isn't perfectly aligned with the WNW-facing beach, the combination of ample energy and clean conditions creates the most reliable surf of the year.
Fair Surf Season (March & October - November)
The transition months see a slight drop in average swell height to around 1.1 metres, but the window for quality remains wide. March benefits from lingering summer consistency, while October and November enjoy a resurgence of wind ideal for surfing as the trade winds relax. These months offer a solid mix of clean, manageable surf without the crowds of peak season.
Low Surf Season (December - February)
The austral summer brings the smallest average waves of the year, hovering around 1.0 metre. Despite the decrease in size, the wind remains favourably offshore over 75% of the time, so smaller board days and groveling sessions are on the menu. A SSW swell of moderate energy still arrives, keeping the ocean alive even if the stands are more mellow.
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Conditions at Pacasmayo in February
February: Consistent Clean Lines
February mirrors January with an average swell height of 1.0 metre and a period of 12.1 seconds. Swell from the SSW dominates again at 93.8%, with a handful of SW component. The wind remains ideally offshore 75% of the time, predominantly from the S and SSE at 10-20 kph. Though the waves are on the smaller side, the clean conditions and long periods make for surprisingly punchy surf. The slight uptick in period compared to January adds extra push to the shoulders.
Average Spot conditions at Pacasmayo in February
Swell history for February
Wind history for February
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Pacasmayo during February. Based on historical data, there is a % probability of groundswell occurring this month. The chart below provides a detailed breakdown of the average wave height distribution, offering deep insights into the swell quality and surf potential you can expect at Pacasmayo for your next trip in February.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Pacasmayo for February. Our analysis shows that favorable offshore or side-shore winds coincide with surfable swell approximately % of the time. The accompanying graph illustrates the average size distribution of waves during these optimal wind windows at Pacasmayo.