Todos Santos - surf spot statistics

Best Surf Season (October - March)

The North Pacific storm track ramps up from October through March, delivering consistent, powerful, long-period groundswells from the NW and WNW that wrap perfectly into the west-facing beach. Average heights sit in the 1.5-1.8m range with periods often exceeding 13 seconds, creating solid, rippable to pumping waves. Offshore winds from the SW through WNW quadrant occur most frequently during this window, especially in December and January when ideal conditions top 30% of the time. These months are the prime time to score Todos Santos at its best: big, glassy surf under bluebird skies.

Fair Surf Season (April & September)

April and September mark the transition between the winter storm track and the summer doldrums. Swell energy remains decent, averaging 1.3-1.7m with long periods, but onshore wind from the NW and NNW becomes more dominant. Only 6% ideal wind in April and 4% in September mean you'll need to time your sessions carefully. Still, when a cold front passes or a tropical system sneaks in, the combo of clean offshore breezes and long-period W groundswell can produce surprisingly good days.

Low Surf Season (May - August)

From May through August, the North Pacific storm activity shuts down, and the dominant swell shifts to a weaker, more southerly component from the SW and WSW. Average wave heights dwindle to 1.2-1.5m, and while periods remain in the 12-13s range, the swell often lacks the power of winter. More problematic is the wind: the prevailing NW and NW flow becomes almost relentless, with ideal offshore conditions dropping to 0-2% of the time. The result is a long stretch of small, choppy, often blown-out surf. This is the time to travel or take up a different sport; only the rare tropical pulse or late-season hurricane can break the monotony.

January: Peak of the North Pacific Storm Track

January is the apex of the winter swell season in Todos Santos. With an average wave height of 1.7m and a period of 13.6s, the ocean is alive with powerful, long-period groundswells. An overwhelming 84% of all swell arrives from the W and WNW – both prime directions for this west-facing beach. Waves in the 1.5-2.5m range dominate, offering pumping, firing conditions for experienced surfers. Wind is ideal 32% of the time, with offshore flow coming from the SSW through WNW quadrants. However, the NW and NNW winds still blow 34% of the time, so patience is key. Look for days when the high pressure sets up offshore, allowing lighter NE to E winds to clean up the swell – those are the sessions that will leave you shaking.