Sandon Point - surf spot statistics

Sandon Point in Australia is a surf spot that generally offers consistent waves year-round, though the conditions vary depending on the season. The swell is predominantly wind-driven (wind swell), making up over 65% of the waves in every month, with ground swell peaking at 27% in May, June, and July. The best months for surfing are from April to July when ground swell contributions increase slightly, averaging around 22–27%, and wind conditions improve significantly, with good wind days peaking at 47% in July. During this period, mean swell size remains stable at 1.3–1.4m, which is decent for intermediate surfers. The worst wind conditions occur in the summer months, particularly January and February, where bad winds prevail over 80% of the time. In contrast, July offers the highest likelihood of clean offshore or cross-onshore winds (47%). Swell consistency is strong year-round, with almost no flat days, though June and July see a small increase in no-swell periods (6%). Overall, the optimal window for surfing at Sandon Point is from late autumn through winter (April to August), with May to July standing out as the prime period due to better wind conditions, decent swell size, and a slightly higher chance of ground swell. Early autumn (March) and late spring (October) can still provide surfable waves, but summer months (December to February) are less favorable due to onshore winds dominating. Swell size remains relatively small throughout the year, making this spot better suited for longboarders or those looking for mellower waves rather than heavy barrels.

January at Sandon Point delivers a mix of conditions with an average swell height of 1.3m and a decent 8.5s period, offering mostly manageable waves for intermediate surfers. The dominant swell directions are ENE, E, and SSE, providing a variety of angles, with the best energy coming from ENE (15% in the 1-1.5m range) and E (12% in the same range). Smaller days (0.5-1.5m) are frequent, but there are occasional punchier waves, especially from the SSE direction, which sees over 3% of waves in the 2-2.5m range. Wind is the limiting factor—only 19% of days are ideal, with light offshore or cross-offshore breezes. The worst winds come from the NNE to SSE range, often blowing 10-30kph, creating chop or onshore slop. Overall, January is inconsistent but has surfable days if you time the windows between wind swings, favoring early mornings or days with light E/ENE winds. Expect a mix of playful waist-high waves and occasional overhead sets, best suited for those comfortable with variable conditions.