Spessard Holland - surf spot statistics

Spessard Holland in the United States offers surf conditions that vary significantly throughout the year, with certain months standing out as more favorable for surfing. The best swells typically arrive between September and December, when ground swells become more frequent, peaking in September with 20% ground swell contribution. During this period, the mean swell size also increases, reaching 0.8m in October and November, providing more consistent and rideable waves. Wind conditions, however, remain challenging year-round, with bad winds dominating over 80% of the time in most months. The least favorable conditions occur from May through August, when no swell or wind swells dominate, and wave heights drop to 0.4m in June and July. For surfers seeking the best balance between swell size and frequency, late fall (October-November) is the prime window, despite the persistently poor wind conditions. The shoulder months of January-February and December also offer decent swell activity, though with similarly unreliable winds. Overall, Spessard Holland is a spot that requires patience, with the most promising surf opportunities arriving during the colder months when ground swells are more prevalent.

In February, Spessard Holland typically experiences mild to moderate surf conditions, with an average swell height of 0.7m and a decent period of 8.0s, indicating relatively clean and rideable waves. The swell is predominantly ENE (38.5% in the 0.5-2.5m range), which aligns well with the beach orientation, providing the best surf potential. NE and E swells also contribute, though with slightly less consistency. Smaller swells (0.5-1.5m) are most frequent, while bigger waves (over 1.5m) are rarer, making it more suitable for intermediate surfers. Wind conditions are only favorable 19% of the time, with onshore ENE and NE winds being most common and often blowing at 10-30kph, which can create choppy conditions. The best sessions will likely occur during lighter winds or when winds shift offshore (WNW-NW). Overall, February offers occasional good surf, but wind interference is a frequent challenge. Patience and timing are key for scoring clean, rideable waves.