Pororoca - surf spot statistics

The best months for surfing at Pororoca, Brazil, are generally from March to August, with peak conditions likely in May and June. During this period, ground swell percentages increase, reaching up to 24% in May, while wind swell remains moderate (37-45%). The mean swell size is also slightly larger, averaging 1.1-1.2m, providing more consistent waves. Wind conditions are marginally better from May to June, with 16-17% favorable winds—still not ideal, but better than other months. Outside this window, ground swells drop significantly, and wind swells dominate, often accompanied by poor wind conditions (over 85% unfavorable). September and October see larger swells (1.3m and 1.2m), but winds deteriorate further (92% bad), making sessions challenging. The worst months are November to February, where ground swells are scarce (8-10%), wind swells peak, and bad wind conditions prevail (85-91%). Overall, May and June offer the most balanced swell size, better ground swells, and slightly improved wind chances, though surfers should be prepared for frequent onshore winds year-round.

April at Pororoca, Brazil, offers modest surf conditions with an average swell height of 1.1m and a decent period of 7.6s, indicating somewhat organized but generally small waves. The swell direction is predominantly from the east to southeast, with the most consistent waves arriving from ENE to SSE. The majority of waves fall in the 1-2m range, though larger sets up to 2.5m occasionally appear, mostly from the S-SSE directions. However, these larger swells are infrequent. Wind conditions are less favorable, with only 13% of the time providing ideal offshore or light cross-shore winds for surfing. The predominant winds are from the NNE to NE, often blowing at 10-30kph, which can create choppy or weak conditions. While rideable waves exist, the spot lacks consistency in size and quality, requiring patience to score cleaner sessions when the wind cooperates. Advanced surfers may find occasional fun days, but expectations should be tempered due to the wind impact and variable swell size.