Sunzal - surf spot statistics

Best Surf Season (November - February)

The heart of winter delivers Sunzal's most reliable surf window. A dominant North Pacific high-pressure system anchors offshore flow, with NNE winds averaging 10-20kph and ideal conditions occurring 63-70% of the time. Simultaneously, the southern hemisphere's westerly storm track spins up consistent SSW swell trains that travel thousands of kilometres across the Pacific. Average heights sit at 1.0-1.2m with periods of 12-13s—solid, punchy, and long-period enough to wrap perfectly into the point. When these two ingredients align, the lineup offers groomed, rippable lines from dawn till dusk.

Fair Surf Season (March - April & July)

Spring sees the North Pacific high begin to weaken, and ideal wind frequency drops to 56-58%. However, the Southern Ocean remains active, pumping slightly larger SSW swell (1.1-1.2m average, 13-14s period) into the coast. The trade-offs are more variable wind patterns—sometimes with light onshore afternoon seabreezes—but morning windows often deliver glassy conditions. July stands out as a secondary peak: the Caribbean Low-Level Jet strengthens, driving NNE trade winds at 10-20kph (ideal 64% of the time), while the southwest Pacific sends 1.3m, 13.5s SSW swell. On the right days, July can rival the winter months for consistency and quality.

Low Surf Season (May - June & August - October)

During the wet season, the Intertropical Convergence Zone shifts north, bringing a more volatile wind regime. Ideal offshore wind percentages drop to 52-60%, and the wind often clock around to the east or southeast, providing side-shore or even occasional onshore conditions. Swell size actually peaks at 1.4m average, and periods hold at 13-14s, but the inconsistency of offshore winds means that clean sessions become a precious commodity. May and June are particularly tricky with only 52-53% ideal wind. Still, when a strong cold front or a tropical disturbance aligns with a brief northerly wind pulse, Sunzal can fire off powerful, long-period walls that rival the best winter days.

February: Consistent Offshore Flow

February mirrors January's pattern with slightly cooler water and an average swell of 1.0m at 12.8s. Offshore NNE winds remain dominant (20.8% of total, with a notable 10-20kph band), providing ideal conditions 61% of the time. Swell from SSW (55.2%) and S (27.6%) continues to be the primary source, occasionally mixing with a small north component (NNE 1.2%). The longer period (12.8s) adds extra push, making even the 1.0-1.5m range feel substantial. Morning glass-offs are frequent, and the point offers consistent, groomed lines for all levels.