Punta Conejo - surf spot statistics

Best Surf Season (July - October)

The heart of the surf season at Punta Conejo unfolds from July through October. During these months, the percentage of swell approaching from the optimal western quadrants (SW to WNW) peaks, reaching nearly 9% in September. Meanwhile, the average wave period stretches into the 12- to 13-second range, delivering long-period, powerful lines that wrap beautifully onto the east-facing beach. The wind is also most cooperative, with ideal offshore breezes (from WSW to NW) occurring 38-42% of the time. This window offers the best balance of quality, consistency, and favorable conditions, especially when tropical systems or South Pacific storms send clean, mid-period swell.

Fair Surf Season (November - March)

From November through March, Punta Conejo experiences its largest average swell heights (1.6 to 1.8 meters), but the dominant directions shift dramatically to the north (NNW) and south (SSW). While these swells can generate size, they are less consistent in form for the east-facing setup, often producing a mix of lumpy, crumbly waves. The wave period drops into the 8- to 11-second range, making for punchier, sometimes sectiony conditions. Offshore wind opportunities remain modest at 34-38%, and the prevailing northerly winds often blow sideshore or onshore. Still, when a cold front pushes through and the wind clocks to the west, the quality can spike – you just have to be ready for it.

Low Surf Season (April - June)

April through June marks the low season for Punta Conejo. Average swell heights drop to around 1.4-1.5 meters, and the swell direction becomes heavily dominated by the south (SSW and S), with SSW alone contributing 55-64% of the total energy. While the wave period is long (12.8-13.6 seconds), suggesting deep-water power, the south-oriented swell often lacks the proper angle to wrap effectively into the east-facing pocket. The wind, though slightly more favorable (35-36% ideal), is still predominantly from the north and north-northeast, keeping the surf mostly small, clean, and fun-sized on the best days – great for logging or a grovel board, but not for firing barrels.

September: Peak Potential

September delivers the highest percentage of optimal swell of the year at 9.3%. The average swell height is 1.5 meters, and the period remains long at 12.5 seconds. Swell from the SSW (45.4%) and S (23.4%) still dominates, but the increased westerly influence means more waves wrapping in with proper shape. Wind is cooperative, with ideal offshore flow at 4.7% of the time and an overall ideal wind rate of 41%. The north wind (35.8% from N) still blows, but the season’s peak in west swell often corresponds with subtropical storms or tropical systems that can send surf well above average. September is the month to watch – when the stars align, Punta Conejo can pump.