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Conditions at Surfer's Beach in December
December: Peak Season, Maximum Power
December is the crown jewel of the surf calendar at Surfer's Beach. Average swell height peaks at 5ft (1.6m) with a rock-solid 10.0s period, and the NE/NNE swell corridor is loaded with energy - NNE contributes 24%, N adds nearly 5%, and NNW another 3%. This is the time when strong extratropical storms in the North Atlantic and Caribbean cold fronts align to produce the most powerful waves of the year. The trade-off: ENE winds are at their strongest, and ideal wind drops to 23%, so you have to pick your spots carefully. Morning sessions before the trades ramp up, or windows after a front clears and the wind goes S/SSW, tend to deliver the best juice. Water temp holds at a comfortable 27.4°C, and the air stays warm at 25.5°C. If you only surf one month at Surfer's Beach, make it December.
Average Spot conditions at Surfer's Beach in December
Swell history for December
Wind history for December
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Surfer's Beach during December. Based on historical data, there is a % probability of groundswell occurring this month. The chart below provides a detailed breakdown of the average wave height distribution, offering deep insights into the swell quality and surf potential you can expect at Surfer's Beach for your next trip in December.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Surfer's Beach for December. Our analysis shows that favorable offshore or side-shore winds coincide with surfable swell approximately % of the time. The accompanying graph illustrates the average size distribution of waves during these optimal wind windows at Surfer's Beach.