1. Oahu, Hawaii

In December, Morocco is starting to get hit by consistent and decent size swells from the Atlantic. Most point breaks turn into wave machines and offer epic conditions for surfers with a good background of experience.

Morocco is known as the right-hand point break capital of the world with amazing spots like Imsouane and Anchor Point.

Read our Surfing Guide to Taghazout, Morroco

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With its impressive coastline and insane amount of surf spots, people usually see California as more of a summer destination. However, visiting southern California in winter is even more rewarding for surfing fanatics.

In winter, the North Pacific will push some good size swells pretty consistently, feeding the whole coast with good surfing conditions. There will also be less people in the water at this time of the year due to colder weather and bigger conditions.

Read our surfing guide to Southern California

4. South Sri Lanka

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5. Costa Rica

Costa Rica is now very well established in the surfing world as one of the best places to go on a surf trip. With year round tropical weather and almost no flat days, Costa Rica is a very sure bet when it comes to planning a surfing getaway.

December is also a very convenient time to surf Costa Rica as waves are usually not very big, yet still pretty consistent which is perfect for beginners and learners.

Book a surf camp in Costa Rica, starting at US$371

6. Pohnpei, Federated States of Micronesia

Surfing Conditions for December in Micronesia

• Suitable for: Intermediate and advanced
• Average wave size: 7 feet
• Wave consistency: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (90%)
• Water temperature: 29°C (84°F)
• Air temperature: 28°C (82°F)
• Crowd: Few people

Why Surf in Pohnpei in December?

December is when things start to heat up in Pohnpei with consistent swells hitting the island. With most breaks being outside reeds, it is recommended to have a certain level of experience to really enjoy the waves at this time of the year.

The quality of the different surf spots is world-class, with a certain wave called P-Pass, which is one of the planet’s best wave.

Read our surfing guide to Pohnpei, Federated States of Micronesia

7. Portugal

Surfing Conditions for December in Portugal

• Suitable for: Intermediate and advanced
• Average wave size: 8 feet
• Wave consistency: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (95%)
• Water temperature: 15°C (59°F)
• Air temperature: 11°C (52°F)
• Crowd: Fairly crowded

Why Surf in Portugal in December?

In December, Portugal’s surf is firing with the Atlantic Ocean sending multiple high-quality swells on the whole coastline. During this time of the year, it is advised for beginners to stay away from the exposed beaches and stick to sheltered surf spots such as Lagos and Faro.

Find a surf camp in Portugal, starting at US$159

8. Puerto Rico

Surfing Conditions for December in Puerto Rico

• Suitable for: Intermediate and advanced
• Average wave size: 6 feet
• Wave consistency: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (70%)
• Water temperature: 27°C (81°F)
• Air temperature: 28°C (82°F)
• Crowd: Fairly crowded

Why Surf in Puerto Rico in December?

Puerto Rico, in the heart of the Caribbean Sea is a great place to go on a surf trip in December as the whole north side of the island is usually pumping all winter long. Weather is also perfect down in Puerto Rico in December with most of the hurricane season behind us and warm temperatures still present.

Read our complete surfing guide to Puerto Rico

9. France

Surfing Conditions for December in France

• Suitable for: Intermediate and advanced
• Average wave size: 8 feet
• Wave consistency: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (95%)
• Water temperature: 15°C (60°F)
• Air temperature: 11°C (50°F)
• Crowd: Fairly crowded

Why Surf in France in December?

Just like Portugal, France is also getting its fair share of winter swells from the Atlantic during the month of December. With world-class surf towns like Biarritz and Hossegor, France should still be on top of everyone’s list when it comes to potential surfing destinations.

10. Philippines

Surfing Conditions for December in the Philippines

• Suitable for: All levels
• Average wave size: 6 feet
• Wave consistency: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (95%)
• Water temperature: 28°C (82°F)
• Air temperature: 28°C (82°F)
• Crowd: Few people

Why Surf in the Philippines in December?

Siargao Island, in the Philippines is an absolute tropical surfing paradise. In December, swells are at their best and surf spots like Cloud 9 and Rock Island show their true colors, being some of the world’s best waves. The Philippines is a great and cheap place to go on a surfing holiday!

Read our complete surfing guide to Siargao Island, Philippines

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