Taapuna - surf spot statistics

Taapuna in Tahiti offers consistent surf conditions year-round, with ground swell dominating and minimal wind swell or flat days. The best months for surfing are generally from March to August, when swell size and favorable wind conditions align well. March stands out with 91% ground swell, 1.6m average size, and 58% good wind days, making it one of the most reliable months. April continues the trend with slightly larger swells (1.8m) and still-decent wind conditions at 56%. From May to August, swell size peaks around 2.0–2.1m, but wind conditions become more variable—May has 50% good winds, but July and August drop to 44–45%. These months still provide powerful, clean waves, though offshore winds are less consistent. September and October transition with smaller swells (1.8–2.0m) and improving wind percentages (46–51%). The least favorable period is December to February, when ground swell drops slightly (76–83%), swell size averages 1.5–1.6m, and wind conditions are hit-or-miss (51–54% good). Overall, intermediate to advanced surfers will find the most consistent waves from March to August, with March offering the best balance of swell quality and wind conditions.

February at Taapuna offers solid surf conditions with a mix of quality swells and generally favorable winds for surfing. The average swell height is 1.6m with a long 12.8s period, producing powerful, well-spaced waves. The swell direction is predominantly from the SSW, SW, and S, contributing to 17.61%, 9.59%, and 4.98% of swells in the 1-1.5m range, respectively. Larger swells (1.5-2m+) are frequent, with SSW swells dominating at 19.74% in the 1.5-2m range and 6.57% in the 2-2.5m range, delivering punchy, overhead waves when they hit. Winds are ideal for surfing 53% of the time, mostly from the E, ENE, and ESE directions, offering light to moderate offshore or cross-offshore conditions (0-20kph). However, stronger onshore winds (20-30kph+) occasionally come from the NE and E, which may impact wave quality. Overall, February provides consistent, powerful surf with good shape, especially when SSW swells align with lighter easterly winds—best suited for experienced surfers due to the size and occasional wind challenges.