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.

In January, Pulpos, Peru, offers consistent surf conditions with an average swell height of 1.4m and a solid 13.5s period, ensuring well-formed, powerful waves. The swell is predominantly from the SSW and SW directions, with the majority of waves in the 1-2m range (around 45-50% of the time) and occasional bigger sets up to 2.5m, providing good energy for intermediate to advanced surfers. Wind conditions, however, are less favorable, with only 5% of days offering ideal offshore or light winds for surfing. The wind is mostly from the S to SSE at 10-30kph, creating onshore or cross-shore choppiness that can affect wave quality. While the swell is reliable, wind interference means patience or dawn sessions may be required to score cleaner conditions. Overall, it’s a solid winter month for waves, but wind management is key.