Teahupoo - surf spot statistics

Teahupoo is one of the most iconic and powerful reef breaks in the world, known for its heavy, barreling waves. The best months for surfing here are typically from May to September, when the swell is most consistent and the wave heights peak. During these months, the mean swell size ranges from 2.0m to 2.2m, with ground swell dominating at 80-87% of the time, ensuring clean, powerful waves. However, wind conditions are less favorable, with good winds occurring only 32-39% of the time, particularly from June to September when onshore winds (bad conditions) are most prevalent at 61-68%. The earlier part of this window, May and June, offers slightly better wind percentages compared to July-September. Outside the peak season, from October to April, the swell size decreases gradually (1.6m-1.9m), but wind conditions improve, with good wind days rising to 38-48% in March and April. March and April stand out as good transition months with solid ground swell (87-88%) and relatively better wind chances (47-48%). The winter months (December-February) see smaller swells (1.6m-1.7m) and moderate wind conditions (44-45% good winds), making them less ideal for advanced surfers seeking Teahupoo’s full power. Overall, serious big-wave surfers will prioritize May-September for the largest swells, while those looking for slightly more manageable conditions with fewer wind issues might prefer March-April or October-November.

March at Teahupoo offers solid surf conditions with an average swell height of 1.7m and a strong 13.1s period, providing powerful, well-defined waves. The dominant swell direction is from the SSW, which contributes the most significant wave energy—particularly in the 1.5–2.5m range, making up a substantial portion of the swell distribution. This direction delivers clean, barreling waves ideal for advanced surfers. Wind conditions are favorable 48% of the time, with the most common favorable winds coming from the ENE to ESE sectors at light to moderate speeds (10–20kph), ensuring minimal onshore interference. However, stronger easterly winds (20–30kph) can occasionally disrupt conditions, especially when combined with larger swells. Overall, March provides consistent, high-quality waves with a mix of manageable and more challenging sessions, suitable for experienced surfers seeking powerful, hollow rides.