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Ponta do Pargo in Portugal is a consistent year-round surf spot, but the best conditions for experienced surfers generally occur from late autumn through early spring, particularly from November to February. During these months, ground swell dominates (75-88%), providing powerful and well-organized waves, with mean swell sizes ranging from 1.6m to 1.9m. December stands out with the largest average swell (1.9m) and a high probability of ground swell (83%). However, wind conditions are often challenging, with bad winds (onshore or cross-shore) occurring 70-75% of the time in these peak months. The winter period offers the most reliable and sizable waves, but surfers should be prepared for strong winds and wait for those rarer clean days (25-30% good wind probability). Spring (April-May) and early summer (June-July) see a decline in swell quality, with increasing wind swell influence (33-63%) and smaller average sizes (1.0m-1.5m). While ground swells become less frequent, summer months see slightly better wind conditions, particularly August and September, which offer the highest chances of cleaner winds (35-37% good wind probability). However, the wave power diminishes, making these months better suited for intermediate surfers. Overall, advanced surfers should target the winter months for powerful ground swells, despite the higher likelihood of unfavorable winds, while those seeking more manageable waves and slightly better wind conditions may prefer late summer or early autumn. The spot rarely has flat spells (0-4% no swell), ensuring surfable waves year-round, but size and quality vary significantly by season.

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