Playa de Meron - surf spot statistics

Playa de Merón in Spain offers the best surf conditions from late autumn through early spring, with the peak months being **October to February**. During this period, ground swell dominates (65-84% of the time), providing consistent, clean waves with mean swell heights ranging from **1.5m to 2.0m**, making it ideal for intermediate to advanced surfers. The winter months (January and February) see the largest swells (2.0m) and the highest ground swell percentages (82-84%), but wind conditions remain challenging, with only **33% good wind days**. The shoulder months (**October and November**) still deliver solid swell (1.5m-1.8m) and slightly better wind conditions (35-37% good wind days), making them a great compromise between wave quality and rideability. From **March onwards**, swell consistency drops, with increasing wind swell influence and smaller waves (1.2m-1.7m). The summer months (**May to August**) are the least favorable, featuring mostly wind swell, smaller waves (1.0m-1.2m), and poor wind conditions (71-73% bad winds). September marks a transition period as ground swell starts to pick up again (47%). For the best balance of swell power and manageable winds, **October and November** stand out, though dedicated surfers chasing bigger waves may prefer the **winter months despite the stronger onshore winds**.

In April, Playa de Merón offers fair surfing conditions with an average swell height of 1.4m and a decent period of 10.7s, providing moderate energy for rides. The predominant swell directions are NW (47.8% of waves) and WNW (16.8%), delivering the best wave heights—mostly in the 1-2.5m range. These swells are cleanest when paired with favorable winds, which are ideal for surfing 29% of the time. Wind conditions are variable, but lighter winds (10-20kph) from the NNE, NE, and E are common, while stronger onshore winds (W, WNW) can disrupt conditions, especially above 20kph. Expect smaller, less consistent waves from other directions. Overall, April is decent for intermediate surfers, with the best sessions occurring during NW swells and light offshore or cross-shore winds.