Puri - surf spot statistics

Puri, India, offers surfable conditions year-round, but the best months for surfing are during the pre- and post-monsoon periods when ground swells dominate and wind conditions improve. From March to May, the swell consistency increases, with ground swells peaking at around 54% in March and swell sizes growing to 1.5m by May. These months also see decent wave energy, though wind conditions remain poor, with 80%+ onshore winds. After the turbulent monsoon (June-August), when wind swells dominate and surf quality drops due to choppy conditions, September marks a transition. The best window for surfing arrives from October to November, when ground swells return strongly (62% in October) and wind conditions improve significantly, with good offshore winds 33% of the time in October. Swell sizes are moderate (0.8-0.9m), but the cleaner conditions make these months ideal. December to February still provide surfable waves, though smaller (0.6-0.7m) and with higher wind interference. Overall, October stands out as the prime month, combining reliable swells and the least wind disruption, followed closely by April-May for bigger swells (despite worse winds) and November for balance. If you prioritize rideable consistency, target March-May and October-November, avoiding the peak monsoon months of June-August when wind swells and onshore winds dominate.

May in Puri offers moderately consistent surf with an average swell height of 1.5m and a decent 11.3s period, suggesting well-spaced, clean waves. The dominant swell direction is from the S-SSW, contributing over 50% of waves in the 1-2.5m range, making it suitable for intermediate to advanced surfers. However, clean conditions are somewhat limited—only 17% of days have ideal offshore winds (typically light ENE-E or variable), while onshore SW-SSW winds prevail, creating choppier waves. The strongest swells (2m+) are rare (under 1%) but can provide powerful rides. Wind speeds are often 10-30kph, with higher speeds (20-40kph) from the SSW-SW bringing bumpier conditions. Overall, expect rideable waves most days, but wind quality is inconsistent, so dawn patrols or sessions during wind lulls will yield the best waves.