Punta Rocas - surf spot statistics

Punta Rocas, Peru, is a world-class right-hand point break known for its powerful, consistent ground swells and challenging conditions. The spot receives almost exclusively ground swells year-round (91-99%), with minimal wind swell influence (1-9%) and virtually no flat days (0%). The swell size averages between 1.4m and 2.0m, peaking from June to August with the largest and most powerful waves (2.0m mean size). However, wind conditions are predominantly unfavorable throughout the year, with good winds occurring only 1-12% of the time. The least bad wind months are January and February (8-12% good winds), making them the best time to score cleaner conditions despite slightly smaller swells (1.4-1.5m). From April through December, onshore winds plague the spot (98-99% bad winds), particularly from August to October when they are nearly constant. While the biggest swells arrive mid-year (June-August), strong onshore winds make it a challenging period unless you catch a rare clean day. Advanced surfers targeting size should prioritize June-August, while those seeking slightly better wind luck should aim for January-February, accepting slightly smaller waves. Overall, Punta Rocas is a heavy, high-performance wave best suited for experienced surfers willing to battle the wind for world-class barrels.

February at Punta Rocas offers consistent surf with an average swell height of 1.5m and a solid period of 13.8s, ensuring well-defined, powerful waves. The swell direction is predominantly SSW and SW, accounting for over 90% of the conditions, with the largest waves (1.5–2.5m) coming from these directions. This creates reliable, high-quality waves ideal for experienced surfers. However, wind conditions are less favorable, with only 12% of days offering ideal offshore winds. The predominant winds are S to SSE at 10–30kph, often causing onshore chop, but lighter winds in the early mornings may provide cleaner sessions. Despite wind challenges, the strong, consistent swell makes Punta Rocas a solid choice for advanced surfers in February.