Pacifico - surf spot statistics

Pacifico in the Philippines offers a mix of conditions throughout the year, with the best surfing typically found during the later months of the season. The swell is predominantly wind-driven, with ground swells peaking in late summer and early autumn. From July to October, conditions improve significantly, as wind quality increases and swell consistency remains decent despite smaller wave sizes. September stands out as the prime month, with 38% ground swells, 59% wind swells, and the highest chance of favorable wind conditions (41%). October also delivers solid surf, with 41% ground swells and 35% good wind days, though slightly smaller waves averaging 1.2m. The mean swell size is generally smaller during these months (0.8m to 1.2m), making Pacifico better suited for intermediate surfers or those looking for mellow sessions. The early season (December to March) brings bigger swells (1.8m to 2.3m) but suffers from poor wind conditions (over 90% unfavorable), leading to choppy and less ideal surf. April and May see a slight dip in swell size, though May offers marginally better wind chances (13%) before the summer lull. June and July transition into the optimal period, with August and September providing the most balanced mix of decent swell and workable winds. For surfers seeking clean, rideable waves, the window from August to October is the most reliable, with September offering the best overall conditions. The rest of the year is either too unruly due to onshore winds or lacks sufficient swell, making it less appealing for quality surfing.

In July, Pacifico offers consistent but generally small surf conditions with an average swell height of 0.8m and a decent period of 9.0s, providing some energy for riding. The dominant swell direction comes from the ENE (42.41% occurrence in the 0.5-1m range) and NE (7.52% in the same range), delivering clean, manageable waves. While larger swells over 1.5m are rare (peaking at just 0.46% from the SSE), the bulk of waves fall in the 0.5-1.5m window, making it suitable for intermediate surfers. Wind conditions are favorable 33% of the time, with the most common offshore or light winds coming from the ENE and E directions (1.53–2.95% in the 10-20kph range). However, SE and SSE winds (6.56% and 6.22% at 10-20kph) can occasionally bring side-shore bumps, reducing quality. Overall, July provides rideable waves with good shape when winds cooperate, though sessions are best timed around optimal wind windows for cleaner conditions.