• Peak surf season: November to April — best for beginners with smaller, easier waves and lighter winds.

  • Shoulder/other season: Even outside peak months, there can still be surfable days — but conditions are more variable, and intermediate/advanced surfers might enjoy it more.

✨ Tip: Early mornings often offer the cleanest conditions with fewer crowds and lighter winds.

  • Prime season: November to April — this is when the southwest swell brings consistent, cleaner waves and favorable winds for surfing.

  • Off-season (May–October): Waves can still appear, especially for stronger surfers, but conditions tend to be choppier and less consistent due to winds and seasonal shifts.

  • Daily tip: Early mornings often yield the smoothest, least crowded surf conditions.

    • November–April: Dry season with consistent southwest swells and calmer winds; best for surfing in Unawatuna and along the south coast.

    • 🌧️ May–October: Monsoon season can bring rougher seas and unpredictable conditions — surfable but more suitable for intermediate/advanced surfers or during clearer windows.

    📍 Tip: Early morning sessions usually have smoother, cleaner waves before winds pick up.

Prime period: November to March/April — during the southwest swell season, the ocean tends to be cleaner and waves more consistent.

    • Off‑season: You can still surf outside these months, but conditions are more variable and sometimes choppier.

    • Daily timing tips: Early mornings often offer the calmest winds and smoother waves.

    • Kalpitiya (North Western Province) is most famous as Sri Lanka’s kite‑ and wind‑surfing capital, thanks to reliable wind patterns and shallow lagoons — often called one of the top kite spots in Asia.

      • Main activity: Kitesurfing — wide lagoons with flat‑to‑choppy water make it ideal for beginners to advanced riders alike.

      • Wind conditions:

        • Summer season (May–October): Strong south‑west winds (15–30 kts), choppier sea with larger wind‑driven waves offshore.

        • Winter season (Dec–Mar): North‑west winds around 12–20 kts — gentler, good for beginners and learners.

      • Main playground: Kalpitiya Lagoon — shallow and flat, perfect for kitesurf lessons and freeride.

      📍 Note: Kalpitiya is primarily a kiteboarding and windsurfing spot — if you’re thinking regular surfing (stand‑up on waves) the options are more limited than places like Mirissa or Arugam Bay.

Peak Surf Season:

  • April to September (with July & August often considered best) — winds are offshore in the morning, creating clean, long rides.

Shoulder/Quiet Season:

  • October–March is generally off‑season with less reliable waves, though beginners may still find small playful surf.

⛅ Water is warm year‑round (~27–29 °C) and Arugam Bay has a seasonal tropical climate.

    • Peak surf season:

      • November to April — the dry season on the south coast brings more consistent southwest swells and cleaner waves.

      All‑year riding:

      • Weligama’s sandy bay can work throughout the year for beginners, even outside peak months, as waves are often gentle and surfable.

      Best tide & winds:

      • Works across low, mid, and high tides, with mid to high tide often best for long rides.

      • Early mornings usually have lighter winds and cleaner conditions.

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