Punta Quidico - surf spot statistics

Punta Quidico, Chile, is a consistent year-round surf destination with a strong dominance of ground swells, which make up over 80% of the swell conditions across all months. The most reliable months for quality waves are from March to June, when ground swell frequency peaks at 90% or higher, and mean swell sizes range between 2.1m and 2.4m. March stands out as the best month, offering 92% ground swells, 31% good wind conditions (the highest of the year), and a manageable swell size of 2.1m. Wind conditions, however, remain a challenge throughout the year, with bad winds (onshore or cross-shore) prevailing 70-78% of the time. The worst wind conditions occur from August to December, where good winds drop to just 22-23%. Swell size is fairly consistent, with slightly larger waves from May to July (peaking at 2.4m in June), though the increased size doesn't necessarily translate to better surf due to the persistently unfavorable winds. If you're looking for the optimal balance of swell consistency and slightly better wind odds, March and April are your best bets—despite the wind still being less than ideal, they offer the highest chance of clean conditions. Late autumn and early winter (May-July) bring slightly bigger swells but with worsening wind odds, making them better suited for experienced surfers willing to compromise on conditions.

November at Punta Quidico offers consistent surf with an average swell height of 2.2m and a solid 13.0s period, indicating powerful, well-spaced waves. The swell is predominantly from the SW (53.11% of waves in the 1.5–2.5m range), WSW (26.04%), and W (3.67%), ensuring quality groundswells with good energy. Smaller contributions from SSW and WNW add variety. Wind conditions are less favorable, with only 23% of days offering ideal offshore or light cross-shore winds (typically from the E-ENE quadrant). The dominant winds come from the S-SSW sector (20–30kph range, 17.3%), often creating onshore chop. Stronger winds (30–50kph) appear 15.6% of the time, mostly from the S-SSW, which can degrade conditions. For experienced surfers, November delivers consistent, powerful waves, but patience is needed for optimal wind windows—early mornings or days with E-ENE flow will provide the cleanest faces. Expect heavier, faster waves due to the long-period SW swells, suited for confident intermediates and advanced riders.