Pacasmayo - surf spot statistics

Pacasmayo, Peru, offers consistent surf conditions year-round, with ground swells dominating the mix—rarely dropping below 90% in any month. The best months for surfing here are January through March, when swell consistency is near-perfect (96–99% ground swells), and wind conditions are most favorable, with good winds occurring over 50% of the time in January and February. Swell sizes during these months average 1.3–1.5m, ideal for intermediate to advanced surfers. April and May still see strong ground swells (99% and 98%, respectively), but wind conditions deteriorate significantly, with bad winds increasing to 65% in April and 78% in May. June through September brings the largest swells (1.8–1.9m), but wind conditions are at their worst, with bad winds peaking at 84% in July. The swell remains consistent, but onshore winds make these months less ideal. October to December marks a gradual improvement in wind conditions, though they remain suboptimal, with bad winds affecting 56–72% of days. Swell size decreases slightly (1.4–1.7m), but the return of slightly better winds makes late-year sessions more viable. Overall, Pacasmayo is a high-quality wave destination all year, but January to March stand out as the prime window with the best combo of swell consistency, manageable size, and favorable winds.

May in Pacasmayo offers consistent, high-quality surf with an average swell height of 1.8m and a strong period of 14.2s, indicating powerful, well-spaced waves. The dominant swell direction is from the SW, which aligns well with the break, providing clean, organized waves in the 1.5-2.5m range for roughly 75% of the time—ideal for intermediate to advanced surfers. However, wind conditions are less favorable, with only 22% of days offering ideal offshore winds (light ESE to SE breezes). The majority of winds blow from the S to SSE at 20-30kph, creating onshore chop that can degrade wave quality. While swell consistency and size are excellent, wind interference means the best sessions will likely be in early mornings or during rare offshore wind windows. Overall, May delivers solid waves but requires patience with wind conditions.