Historical surf report. Simply select a surf spot and see swell statistics based on 35 years.

Sandy Beach, United States, offers surfable conditions year-round, but the prime months for quality waves and favorable winds are primarily in the fall and winter. The best months are September through December and January to March, with September standing out as the most consistent. During these months, ground swell dominates, providing cleaner, more organized waves. September is particularly notable with 55% ground swell, 43% wind swell, and the highest likelihood of good wind conditions (51%). Swell size averages around 1.0-1.3m in these periods, offering decent surf for intermediate to advanced riders. Late spring and summer (May-August) see a significant drop in quality due to higher wind swell percentages (65-96%) and smaller waves (0.7-0.8m). June to August bring lighter winds (40% good conditions), but the surf is mostly weak and choppy due to dominant wind swells. April and October are transitional months—April leans toward poorer wind conditions (85% bad), while October offers a balance between ground swell (54%) and manageable winds (33% good). If seeking powerful, clean waves, focus on the winter months (December-March), where ground swells peak (48-54%) and swell size remains above 1.1m despite stronger onshore winds (70-82% bad). For a mix of decent waves and relatively better winds, September is the clear winner.

Swell consistency

Wind conditions / mean swell size

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