Storvika - surf spot statistics

Storvika in Norway offers surfable conditions primarily during the winter and early spring months, with the best window for consistent waves occurring from November through February. During this period, ground swell contributions peak at around 25-30%, while wind swell hovers between 15-19%, leading to a decent chance of rideable waves despite the high percentage of no-swell days (54-60%). The mean swell size ranges from 0.6m to 0.8m, which, while not massive, can still provide surfable waves when combined with favorable breaks. Unfortunately, wind conditions are generally poor year-round, with bad onshore winds dominating 89-91% of the time in peak months, making clean sessions rare. Outside of winter, surf potential drops sharply; from May to August, ground swell becomes negligible (3-8%), and swell size diminishes to 0.3m-0.5m, making these months nearly unsurfable. September and October see a slight return of ground swell (12-16%), but wind conditions remain unfavorable (91% bad). For committed surfers, the winter months—especially December and January—present the best opportunity despite the challenging winds, while summer should be avoided due to extremely weak swell and persistent onshore winds. A thick wetsuit and patience for those occasional clean days are essential for those attempting Storvika.

April at Storvika offers generally small surf conditions with an average swell height of 0.5m and a moderate period of 5.8s, suggesting weaker energy and less powerful waves. The most consistent swells come from the west and northwest, where waves occasionally reach 1.5–2.5m, though these larger swells remain relatively rare (around 1–2% occurrence). Smaller swells (0–1m) dominate, particularly from the WSW and WNW directions, indicating a preference for sheltered or mushy surf sessions. Wind conditions are less than ideal, with only 9% of the time offering favorable winds for surfing. Offshore winds are uncommon, while onshore or cross-shore winds from the S/SSW/SW prevail, often at moderate speeds (10–30kph), which can create choppy or messy conditions. For experienced surfers, the best opportunities come during W/NW swells combined with light winds, but overall, April tends to be inconsistent and better suited for relaxed surfing or beginners. Cold water and variable winds add to the challenge, so patience and flexibility are key.