Pulpos - surf spot statistics

Pulpos, Peru, offers consistent year-round surf conditions with dominant ground swells, minimal wind swell interference, and very rare flat spells. The swell is most reliable, with ground swell percentages consistently above 90% throughout the year, peaking at 99% from March to May and again in October. The mean swell size increases from 1.4m in January to a peak of 2.0m between June and August, holding strong until September before gradually tapering off toward the end of the year. However, wind conditions are predominantly unfavorable, with good wind days rarely exceeding 8% (February being the least worst month). The best months for surfers seeking larger, clean waves are June through August, when swell size maxes out at 2.0m, though offshore winds are almost nonexistent (1-2% good wind days). For slightly smaller but still powerful waves, March to May and September to October provide solid swell sizes (1.6-1.9m), though wind conditions remain poor. Early-year months (January-February) and late-year months (November-December) have smaller waves (1.4-1.6m) but are slightly more forgiving, with marginally better wind odds in February (8% good wind days). Advanced surfers will prioritize June-August for size, accepting onshore winds, while those prioritizing marginally cleaner conditions might favor February despite the smaller swell. Overall, Pulpos is a heavy, consistent wave best suited for experienced surfers comfortable with strong swells and challenging wind.

August at Pulpos, Peru, offers solid surf conditions with consistent swell energy. The average swell height is 2.0m, paired with a strong 14.1s period, indicating powerful, well-spaced waves ideal for intermediate to advanced surfers. The swell predominantly arrives from the SSW (20.67% of waves in the 1.5-2m range) and SW (18.07% in the same range), providing clean, organized waves with good shape. Larger sets (2-2.5m) are frequent, especially from the SSW (16.72%) and SW (11.62%), delivering punchy sections for turns and barrels. Wind conditions are less favorable, with only 1% of days offering ideal offshore winds. Predominant winds blow from the S and SSE at 10-30kph (often onshore), which can create choppy conditions, though early mornings may see lighter winds. Expect a mix of powerful, high-quality waves when winds cooperate, but be prepared for some wind-affected sessions.