Patos - surf spot statistics

Patos, Spain, is a spot that thrives on consistent ground swells, which dominate for most of the year but vary significantly in size and frequency. The best months for surfing here are clearly October through March, when ground swells are most prominent, averaging between 64% and 92% of the time. During these months, the mean swell size ranges from 1.8m to 2.5m, offering solid, rideable waves, particularly from December to February when the swell peaks. Wind conditions, however, are less favorable, with only about 30% of days seeing good offshore or sideshore winds—December and October offer the best wind probabilities at 33%. From April onward, ground swells diminish rapidly, giving way to wind swells, which become dominant from May to August. Summer months (June-August) see the smallest waves (1.1m-1.2m) and the worst wind conditions, with bad winds occurring 78-80% of the time. September marks the transition back to better swell conditions, though winds remain tricky. For surfers seeking quality waves, the winter months are ideal despite the challenging winds, while summer is generally poor due to weak swells and onshore winds. If you prioritize wave size and consistency, aim for December-February, but be prepared to battle frequent onshore winds. October and November also offer a good compromise with decent swells and slightly improved wind odds.

In July, Patos offers generally manageable surf conditions with an average swell height of 1.1m and a decent period of 9.2s, suggesting some consistency in wave energy. The predominant swell direction comes from the WNW (22.01% at 0.5-1m, 22.67% at 1-1.5m) and NW (10.39% at 0.5-1m, 11.06% at 1-1.5m), with occasional larger sets up to 2.5m when WNW swells intensify (8.43% at 1.5-2m, 1.75% at 2-2.5m). Wind conditions are less favorable, with ideal offshore or light winds occurring only 20% of the time. Stronger onshore winds from the N (7.87% at 10-20kph, 6.75% at 20-30kph) and NNW (6.32% at 10-20kph, 4.79% at 20-30kph) can disrupt wave quality, while lighter winds from the NE/ENE are rare. Surfers should target days with WNW/NW swell and minimal wind, especially early mornings when winds are lighter. The spot works best for intermediate surfers during smaller to mid-size swells, though bigger days (1.5m+) can offer more power for advanced riders. Consistency is moderate, but wind reliability remains the main limiting factor.