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.

March at Red Tree Reef offers solid surfing conditions with a moderate but consistent swell averaging 2.0m and a healthy period of 11.9s, ensuring good energy in the waves. The dominant swell directions are from the southwest to west-southwest, contributing the largest share of rideable waves, particularly in the 1.5–2.5m range. These swells are well-organized, with WSW providing the highest frequency of quality waves (9.13% at 1–1.5m, 9.65% at 1.5–2m). Wind conditions are variable, with only 23% of the time being ideal for surfing (light offshore or sideshore winds). The most favorable winds tend to come from the northeast to east-northeast, offering lighter speeds under 20kph, but stronger onshore winds from the south and southeast can create choppy conditions. Overall, March delivers a mix of good swells and occasional clean sessions, though patience may be required for optimal wind alignment.