Conditions at Kuta Reef in May
May: Trades Locked In
By May the southeast monsoon is fully established. ESE winds dominate with 57.3% of the wind distribution, with another 18.7% from SE, and ideal offshore wind sits at 69%. The stronger 20-30kph ESE pulses add push to the faces but remain offshore enough to keep the reef held together. Average swell climbs to 6ft (1.8m) and periods lengthen to 14.1s. The directional mix shifts slightly south - S (31.0%), SSW (44.8%) and SSE (11.4%) - all classic long-fetch Southern Ocean groundswell. Expect plenty of 1.5-2.5m (5-8ft) surf, minimal rain at 2.40mm/day, and slowly cooling water at 28.8°C. This is peak quality season for reeling Kuta Reef waves.
Average Spot conditions at Kuta Reef in May
Swell history for May
Wind history for May
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Kuta Reef during May. 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 Kuta Reef for your next trip in May.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Kuta Reef for May. 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 Kuta Reef.