Conditions at Arica in June
June: Midwinter Grind
June keeps winter at full throttle. The average swell height remains around 6ft (1.8m) and the period sits at 13.5s, with 44.9% of waves in the 5-6.5ft (1.5-2m) range and 21.1% in the 6.5-8ft (2-2.5m) range. Southwesterly energy is relentless: SW delivers 58.8%, SSW 35.3%. The absence of true W/WNW swell is still noticeable, but the long period gives the southwest lines time to organize and wrap into the bay. Wind data maintains the same frustrating trend: WSW (51.0%) and W (41.2%) dominate, with another 4.7% WNW; ideal offshore conditions sit at exactly 0%. That said, June features the greatest share of light 0-10kph winds of any month, so if you can find a window with lighter west wind, the raw power is excellent. Air averages 18.0°C and water drops to 16.7°C, so the winter suit comes out.
Average Spot conditions at Arica in June
Swell history for June
Wind history for June
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Arica during June. 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 Arica for your next trip in June.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Arica for June. 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 Arica.