Using Surf-Forecast’s Historical Surf Data To Find The Most Consistent Waves On Earth
Using our statistical data for 7000 spots dating back to 2006, we can find those waves that break the most, with the best winds.
Surf Forecasts:
The surf forecast for Le Pain de Sucre over the next 12 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Monday (Dec 22) at 1PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.9m and 8s period. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Le Pain de Sucre in the next 12 days are 1.8m 9s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Dec 23) at 7AM. Winds are predicted to be offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.7m 5s period and expected on Friday (Dec 19) at 7PM.
| Wave Type | Time (CET) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 1PM (Mon 22nd Dec) | 3ft (0.9m) 8s |
| Best Surf | 7AM (Tue 23rd Dec) | 6ft (1.8m) 9s |
| Most Powerful | 7AM (Tue 23rd Dec) | 6ft (1.8m) 9s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Le Pain de Sucre over the next 12 days.
Short Range Forecast Light rain (total 3mm), mostly falling on Thu night. Very mild (max 16°C on Thu morning, min 14°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 3-6 Weather Summary Moderate rain (total 12mm), heaviest on Mon night. Very mild (max 16°C on Sun morning, min 12°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light. | |||||||||||||||||||||
Thursday 18 | Friday 19 | Saturday 20 | Sunday 21 | Monday 22 | Tuesday 23 | Wed 24 | ||||||||||||||||
| Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | ||
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Swell Height Map | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Wave Height (m) & direction (?) | NNE | SW | NNE | SW | N | SSW | SSW | SSW | SSW | SSW | SSW | SSW | SW | SW | SW | SW | SW | SW | SW | WSW | WSW | |
| Period(s) (?) | 4 | 5 | 3 | 7 | 5 | 6 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 6 | 6 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 8 | 9 | 8 | 7 | |
Wave (?)Graph | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 13 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 9 | 96 | 71 | 292 | 497 | 260 | 343 | 284 | 153 | ||
Wind (km/h) | ENE | NE | E | E | ENE | E | NE | NW | ESE | SE | NE | SSE | ESE | N | SSE | S | NW | WNW | SSE | WSW | SSE | |
| Wind State (?) onshore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore offshore glassy | cross- off | cross | cross- off | cross- off | cross- off | cross- off | cross | glass | glass | off | cross | off | cross- off | glass | glass | glass | on | glass | glass | glass | off | |
High Tide / height (m) | 8:05AM 0.27 | 7:29PM 0.22 | 8:40AM 0.28 | 8:05PM 0.22 | 9:15AM 0.29 | 8:38PM 0.22 | 9:52AM 0.29 | 9:11PM 0.22 | 10:29AM 0.29 | 9:44PM 0.21 | 11:06AM 0.29 | 10:21PM 0.20 | 11:44AM 0.29 | |||||||||
Low Tide / height (m) | 1:17AM 0.04 | 2:09PM 0.11 | 1:50AM 0.03 | 2:47PM 0.11 | 2:23AM 0.03 | 3:25PM 0.11 | 2:57AM 0.02 | 4:02PM 0.11 | 3:30AM 0.02 | 4:41PM 0.11 | 4:04AM 0.02 | 5:23PM 0.12 | 4:38AM 0.03 | 6:08PM 0.12 | ||||||||
Thursday 18 | Friday 19 | Saturday 20 | Sunday 21 | Monday 22 | Tuesday 23 | Wed 24 | ||||||||||||||||
| Sunrise | - | 7:48 | - | - | 7:48 | - | - | 7:50 | - | - | 7:50 | - | - | 7:50 | - | - | 7:50 | - | - | 7:52 | - | |
| Sunset | - | - | 4:52 | - | - | 4:52 | - | - | 4:52 | - | - | 4:53 | - | - | 4:53 | - | - | 4:54 | - | - | 4:54 | |
Rain (mm) | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 1 | - | 3 | 8 | - | - | - | - | 1 | |
| Temp. °C | 14 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 15 | 15 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 15 | 16 | 16 | 15 | 14 | 14 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 12 | 14 | 13 | |
| Feels °C (?) | 12 | 14 | 15 | 14 | 14 | 15 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 14 | 14 | 15 | 14 | 12 | 13 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 11 | 13 | 12 | |

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The above surf forecast table for Le Pain de Sucre provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 12 days. A general guide to surfing at Le Pain de Sucre can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Le Pain de Sucre surf forecast is unique since it includes wave energy (power) that defines the real feel of the surf rather than just the height or the period. If you surf the same spot (Le Pain de Sucre) regularly then make a mental note of the wave energy from the surf forecast table each time you go. Very soon you may start to choose your surf days based on the wave energy alone combined with our forecast of favourable offshore wind conditions. Our star ratings will help here and of course you will also find the usual wave height and period predictions on our surf forecasts as well as a full break down of the swell components under our advanced users option (to reveal that, click the little Einstein character under the tide times).
Further information to help with frequently asked questions about our surf forecast for Le Pain de Sucre may be found under the help tab on the top menu and also by moving your mouse over the question marks on the surf forecast table itself. Please always bear in mind that the forecast is for near-shore open water and local factors at each surf break influence the actual breaking wave height, such as the beach / reef profile, water depths offshore and shelter.
Le Pain de Sucre is 5 km (3 miles) from Calvi. If you plan a holiday in Corsica, look for hotels and other accommodation in Calvi. Calvi has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.

