Punta de Lobos - surf spot statistics

Best Surf Season (March - May & September - October)

The South Pacific stirs with consistent energy, and Punta de Lobos sees a compelling window of quality surf during these transition months. While the dominant swell direction rarely aligns with the spot's ideal north quadrant, the powerful, long-period SW groundswells wrap into the bay, offering more size and shape. This is when the percentage of offshore winds peaks, as the subtropical high strengthens, funneling clean, sideshore breezes from the SSW and SW across the lineup. The result is a smoother, more organized wave face that makes even a 1.5m-2m WSW swell ride with memorable power.

Fair Surf Season (June - August)

Winter in the Southern Hemisphere delivers a steady diet of solid SW and W swell, but the wind consistency drops slightly. The dominant high-pressure cell weakens, allowing more variable conditions, including occasional strengthening of the onshore flow. Still, the periods remain long (12-13s), and when the breeze cooperates from the S or SSW, waves become punchy and hollow on the point. Expect some overhead days mixed with wind-affected sessions.

Low Surf Season (November - February)

Summer brings a milder synoptic pattern. The South Pacific storm track retreats slightly, and average swell heights hold steady but with a smaller percentage of clean, long-period energy. The wind ideal percentage dips into the low 60s, and the stronger thermal flows can produce afternoon onshores. However, morning glass-offs and SW pulses still provide plenty of rideable, fun-sized waves. This is a reliable period for smaller, rippable conditions with the occasional clean window.

October: Spring Peak – Consistent Swell & Ideal Breezes

October continues the high-quality trend, with 1.7m average swell and 12.7s period. Swell direction is heavily WSW (55.6%) and SW (35.5%), giving a nice mix of power and angle. Wind ideal stands at 69%, with SSW (25.5%) and SW (26.6%) dominating. The speeds are often in the light to moderate range, creating glassy conditions. Onshore winds are minimal. This is prime time for Punta de Lobos, delivering pumping waves in the 1.5-2.5m range with clean faces. The longer periods (often 13-14s on the back of storms) make for epic, bowling sections. A must-watch month for chasing quality surf.