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**.

Playa de Merón in September offers generally surfable conditions with an average swell height of 1.2m and a solid period of 10.3s, indicating clean, well-spaced waves. The primary swell directions are NW and NNW, contributing most of the rideable waves (1-2.5m+ range), with NW swells dominating at larger sizes (21.93% at 1-1.5m, 9.56% at 1.5-2m). Smaller swells from the N/NE occur but are less significant. Wind conditions are favorable 33% of the time, with onshore winds (SW-WSW) occasionally disrupting conditions. However, lighter winds (<20kph) from N/NE directions prevail, which can groom waves when aligned with the swell. Expect a mix of smaller, playful days and occasional punchier NW swells—best suited for intermediate to advanced surfers on larger days, while beginners may find smaller conditions manageable. Keep an eye on wind shifts, as ENE/E winds above 20kph (occurring ~6-8% of the time) may chop up conditions.