Season by Season Summer: Smaller south swells = easier white‑water practice, warmer water, bigger crowds. Fall: Smooth conditions + warm days; a favorite for first‑timers. Winter: Stronger swells; pick mellow sandbars and smaller days. Spring: Variable but often glassy mornings and fun shoulder‑high days. Time of Day Mornings: Typically light wind and cleanest faces. Afternoons: More wind‑chop; still fun with the right tide. Tide Tips Mid‑tide rising is the sweet spot for many beginner beaches—enough water for push‑ins without heavy shorebreak. Pro Tip: Stay Flexible The ocean changes quickly. Book windows, not just clock times. We watch the buoys, winds, and sandbars and slot you into the best available window.