Playa Blanca - surf spot statistics

Playa Blanca in Chile is a consistent year-round surf destination with a strong dominance of ground swell, making it highly reliable for wave quality. The swell is almost always present, with ground swell contributing between 88% and 96% of the time, while wind swell remains minimal. The mean swell size hovers between 1.5m and 1.7m, peaking from May to September with slightly larger waves. However, the biggest challenge for surfers here is the wind—onshore and unfavorable conditions prevail throughout the year, with good wind days being rare (only 4–14% of the time). The least windy months are July and June, offering a marginally better chance of cleaner conditions (14% and 12% good wind days, respectively), though still not ideal. May through August brings slightly more favorable wind windows compared to other months, but overall, surfers should expect strong onshore winds most of the time. If you prioritize swell consistency over wind conditions, Playa Blanca delivers steady waves all year, with the swell size being most substantial in the southern winter months (May–September). For those willing to tolerate the wind, these months offer the best combination of wave size and slightly improved wind odds. Early season (April–June) may also be worth considering as wind conditions ease slightly before worsening again in spring.

November at Playa Blanca brings consistent surf with an average swell height of 1.6m and a strong, clean period of 13.5s, indicating powerful, well-organized waves. The swell is predominantly SW (68.5% of waves in the 1-2.5m range), delivering quality, punchy waves with good shape, while WSW and W swells contribute smaller but still rideable conditions. Wind conditions are less favorable, with only 5% of days offering ideal offshore or light cross-shore winds. SW and SSW winds dominate (often 10-30kph), which can create choppy or onshore conditions, though sheltered spots may still work. Expect a mix of head-high to overhead waves with occasional bigger sets, best suited for experienced surfers due to the power and occasional wind-affected chop. Timing sessions for early mornings or wind lulls will maximize clean conditions.