Seccheto - surf spot statistics

Seccheto, Italy, offers surfable conditions year-round, but the best months for consistent waves and favorable winds are November through February. During this period, ground swell percentages peak (18-23%), and mean swell sizes average 1.2-1.3m, providing more powerful and cleaner waves compared to other months. Wind conditions, however, remain challenging, with bad winds (onshore or cross-shore) dominating over 93% of the time. The winter months still stand out as the most reliable for surfers willing to tolerate less-than-ideal wind conditions. From March to October, swell consistency drops significantly, with ground swells becoming rare (3-20%) and mean sizes often below 1m. Summer months (June-August) are particularly weak, with no swell occurring over 59-61% of the time and minimal wave energy. Late autumn and early winter (October-December) see a gradual return of swells, with November emerging as a transition month with improving ground swell presence (18%) and manageable swell size (1.2m). Surfers should prioritize November-February for the highest chance of quality sessions, though wind conditions require patience.

June at Seccheto offers generally small surf conditions, with an average swell height of 0.6m and a modest period of 5.4s. The swell direction is most frequently from the S and SSE, contributing the largest portion of rideable waves, particularly in the 0.5-1m range, though occasionally reaching 1.5-2m. Westerly swells (W, WSW) also provide slightly bigger waves (1-2.5m) but are less consistent. Wind conditions are crucial here—only 9% of the time are they ideal for surfing, typically when light offshore or cross-shore breezes prevail. The predominant winds come from the N to NW sectors, often blowing between 10-30kph, which can create choppy or blown-out conditions. Surfers should watch for rare clean days with southern swells and lighter winds for the best sessions, though most June days will be small and better suited for beginners or longboards. Expect mostly knee-to-waist-high waves with occasional larger sets when W swells combine with favorable winds.