Punta Miramar - surf spot statistics

Best Surf Season (April - November)

This is when Punta Miramar truly comes alive. From April through November, the Pacific basin fires up, sending consistent, long-period SSW and SW swell marching toward this west-southwest-facing beach. The average wave height sits comfortably in the fun to good range (1-1.5m), and the period often stretches into the powerful 10-14s bracket, providing punchy, rippable waves. At the same time, the trade winds clock in reliably from the ENE and E, blowing clean offshore over 60% of the time on average. This combination of quality groundswell and glassy morning conditions makes for some of the most consistent and user-friendly surf of the year.

Fair Surf Season (December - March)

While the swell window still delivers occasional pulses, the winter months see a shift in the dominant swell direction toward more southerly angles that wrap in with less consistency. The average wave height drops slightly to the small to fun-sized range (0.5-1.5m), and periods remain respectable in the 12-13s zone, offering rideable waves but fewer standout days. Winds are a mixed bag: offshore flows from the ENE remain common, but the percentage of ideal wind dips into the 40-50% range, and light onshore breezes from the SW can creep in during the afternoon. It’s a solid shoulder season for those looking to score without the crowds.

Low Surf Season (None)

Thanks to its year-round exposure to the Southern Hemisphere swell window and persistent trade-wind pattern, Punta Miramar never truly goes flat. Even during the climatological minima, there’s always something to ride. The low season is essentially non-existent—instead, the focus is on picking the right month for your skill level and tolerance for offshore wind consistency.

January: Steady Tradewind Slabs

January serves up a mix of southerly swell with a small but consistent SSW component (24.6% of all swell). The average wave height of 1.0m and period of 12.2s fall squarely in the fun, punchy category, with most waves in the 0.5-1.5m range. The wind blows offshore 53% of the time, dominated by a strong ENE flow (69.9% of total wind, mostly 10-30kph). This creates clean, lined-up conditions in the morning, though sea breezes from the WSW and W can spoil the afternoon session. For a mid-winter escape, January delivers reliable, groomed waves that are perfect for logging miles on your shortboard or fish.