Parking Lots - surf spot statistics

Parking Lots in the United States offers surfable conditions year-round, but the best months for consistent waves and favorable winds are typically from late fall through early spring. The prime window is between November and March, when ground swell and wind swell frequencies peak. During these months, ground swell averages 27-31%, wind swell hovers around 55-58%, and mean swell height stays at a respectable 0.9m. However, wind conditions are less ideal, with bad winds (onshore or cross-shore) dominating 74-77% of the time—requiring patience for clean sessions. October stands out slightly with marginally better wind stats (32% good winds), though swell size drops to 0.7m. Summer months (May-August) see a steep decline in surf quality, with no-swell days exceeding 70%, minimal swell heights (0.4-0.5m), and poor wind conditions (79-93% unfavorable). September and April serve as transitional periods—swell activity improves over summer but remains inconsistent. For committed surfers, the winter months deliver the most reliable waves, despite challenging winds, while summer is largely flat. Timing sessions around wind shifts or early mornings is key for maximizing conditions outside the peak season.

March at this surf spot offers relatively small but rideable conditions, with an average swell height of 0.9m and a decent period of 9.9s, suggesting some energy in the waves. The dominant swell directions are NNE and NNW, which together account for the majority of waves in the 0.5-1.5m range, providing the best chances for surfable conditions. Larger swells (1.5m+) are less frequent but do occur, mostly from the NNW direction. Wind conditions are a mixed bag, with offshore or cross-offshore winds (ideal for surfing) only present 27% of the time. The most problematic winds come from the ENE and E, where speeds of 20-30kph are common, creating choppy or blown-out conditions. Surfers can expect the best sessions when winds are lighter and from a more favorable direction, while swells from the NNE or NNW deliver the most consistent waves. Overall, March provides fair opportunities for surfing, though patience and timing are key due to inconsistent wind conditions.