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.

October at Spessard Holland offers relatively small but clean conditions for surfers, with an average swell height of 0.8m and a decent period of 8.4s, providing some energy for rideable waves. The dominant swell direction is ENE, contributing the most sizable waves (16.36% in the 1-1.5m range and 3.7% in the 1.5-2m range). NE swells also bring mid-sized waves (6.29% in the 0.5-1m range and 2.98% in the 1-1.5m range). Smaller swells from the E are frequent but typically under 1m. Wind conditions are a mixed bag—only 13% of the time do winds align favorably for surfing, mostly light to moderate (0-20kph) from NNE, NE, and ENE directions. However, stronger winds (20-30kph+) from the NE and ENE can occasionally create choppier conditions. Surfers can expect the best sessions when ENE swells coincide with lighter winds, offering the cleanest waves in the 1-1.5m range. Overall, October is a modest month for surfing here, with occasional good days when swell and wind align.