Santa Rosa - surf spot statistics

Santa Rosa, Peru, is a consistent year-round surf destination with reliable ground swell dominance and minimal wind swell interference. The best months for surfing here are typically from February to July, when swell energy peaks and wave heights average between 1.5m and 2.0m. February stands out with a near-perfect 98% ground swell contribution and slightly better wind conditions (26% good winds) compared to other months. March follows closely with the highest ground swell percentage (99%) and decent wave size (1.6m), though wind conditions deteriorate further (only 19% favorable). From April onward, wave power increases, peaking around June and July at 2.0m, but these months suffer from very poor wind conditions (less than 5% good winds). The winter months (January, December) offer smaller but still surfable waves (1.4m) with slightly improved wind stats around 10-22% good winds. Overall, Santa Rosa delivers powerful, clean ground swells year-round, but surfers should prioritize the first quarter (February-March) for the best balance of swell size and wind conditions. Later months bring bigger waves but are plagued by onshore winds, making early dawn sessions or sheltered spots more strategic choices for experienced riders.

December at Santa Rosa, Peru, offers consistent surf conditions with a dominant SSW swell direction, making it a reliable spot for intermediate to advanced surfers. The average swell height is 1.4m with a solid 13.4s period, ensuring powerful, well-formed waves. Most waves fall in the 1-1.5m range (30.25%) and 1.5-2m range (20.31%), with occasional larger sets up to 2.5m. The cleanest conditions occur when winds are light, but only 10% of the time are they ideal (offshore or light cross-shore). The wind is predominantly from the S to SSE at 10-20kph (34.16% and 12.56% respectively), which can create some chop but remains manageable. Stronger SE winds (8.74% at 20-30kph) may occasionally degrade conditions. Overall, December delivers consistent, mid-sized waves with decent power, though wind quality is hit-or-miss, requiring patience for optimal sessions.