Pacific City - surf spot statistics

Pacific City offers a mix of conditions throughout the year, with the best surf typically found in the winter months. From November through February, ground swell dominates, peaking in December and January with a mean swell size of 1.5m and 64-58% ground swell occurrence. These months also bring the largest waves, though wind conditions are less favorable, with bad winds (onshore/cross-shore) occurring 77-78% of the time. Despite the frequent wind issues, the swell consistency and size make these months prime for experienced surfers willing to wait for cleaner conditions. March and April see a decline in ground swell (46% and 37%) but still offer decent waves with 1.3m and 1.1m average sizes, though wind remains problematic. The summer months (May-September) are the least consistent, with weak wind swells (0.6-0.8m) and high percentages of no swell days (55-58%). September marks the beginning of the transition back to better swell, while October brings improving ground swell (35%) and slightly better winds (22% good). Overall, late fall to early winter (October-February) is the best window for reliable waves, with the trade-off being challenging wind conditions. Surfers should prioritize early mornings or days with light offshore winds during this period. Summer is suitable only for beginners or longboarders due to the small, inconsistent conditions.

June at Pacific City offers typical summer conditions with a mix of small but rideable waves and variable winds. The average swell height is 0.7m with a decent period of 9.5s, providing some energy for surfing, though size remains on the smaller side. The primary swell direction is dominantly from the W (38.5% of waves under 0.5m), with meaningful contributions from WNW and WSW when larger waves (1-2.5m) occur. About 15% of the time, winds align favorably for surfing—typically lighter offshore or cross-offshore flow. However, winds are often problematic, with N/NNW making up a significant portion and bringing choppy onshore conditions at speeds between 10-30kph. Expect mostly waist-high waves, with occasional chest-high sets (1-1.5m) when W or WNW swells push through. Ideal sessions will rely on wind luck—early mornings or rare clean wind days—while the majority of June is better suited for beginners or longboarders due to smaller, inconsistent surf and frequent wind interference.