Red Tree Reef - surf spot statistics

Red Tree Reef is a reliable year-round surf spot, but the best conditions for surfers are concentrated in the winter and early spring months. From November through February, the swell consistency is excellent, with ground swell dominance (67%–82%) and minimal no-swell days. December and January stand out as prime months, offering the largest mean swell sizes (2.8m and 2.4m, respectively). However, these months also come with challenging wind conditions—bad winds prevail over 80% of the time, making clean sessions less frequent. February and March still provide solid swell (2.2m–2.0m) with slightly improved wind percentages (23% good wind days). April marks a transition, with ground swell decreasing (59%) and wind conditions marginally better (29% good winds). The summer months (May–September) see smaller swells (1.1m–1.6m) and a higher mix of wind swell, making conditions less ideal for advanced surfers. October brings a return of larger swells (2.1m) but retains poor wind reliability (79% bad winds). For the best balance of size and fewer onshore days, late winter and early spring (February–April) offer the most favorable trade-offs, though patience is needed for clean windows.

April at Red Tree Reef offers moderately consistent surf with an average swell height of 1.8m and a solid period of 11.5s, indicating well-organized, quality waves. Swells primarily arrive from the SSW to WSW directions, with the highest frequency (12%) in the 1-1.5m range from the WSW, followed by 7.8-9.9% for swells in the 1.5-2.5m range from SW and WSW. Larger swells (2m+) are less frequent but present, mostly from the S and SW. Wind conditions are favorable for surfing 29% of the time, with lighter winds (0-20kph) coming from the NW to NNE. However, stronger onshore winds (ESE-SSE) can occasionally disrupt conditions, especially in the 20-40kph range. Overall, expect rideable waves most days, with the best sessions occurring when SW-WSW swells coincide with lighter offshore or cross-shore winds from the NW quadrant. Advanced surfers will find the most potential, particularly on mid-sized days when the long-period swells groom the reef properly.