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**.

February at Playa de Merón offers solid surf conditions with a dominant NW swell direction, providing consistent waves averaging 2.0m in height and a strong 12.5s period, ideal for powerful, well-formed waves. The majority of swell comes from the NW, WNW, and NNW, contributing to 60-70% of the waves in the 1-2.5m range, making it a reliable spot for intermediate to advanced surfers. Cross-shore or light offshore winds (ideal for surfing) occur 33% of the time, primarily from the N-NE quadrant, while stronger onshore winds from the W-SW can occasionally disrupt conditions. Wind speeds are generally manageable, with 60-70% of days seeing winds below 20kph. However, be mindful of occasional W-WSW winds above 20kph, which may create choppier sessions. Overall, February delivers consistent, quality waves with decent wind conditions for about a third of the month, making it a worthwhile destination for surfers comfortable with mid-sized to larger waves.