West & North Guam

West and North Guam offers a relaxed, accessible introduction to Pacific reef break surfing with a solid lineup of six breaks catering to different skill levels. This area feels like home to many locals and visiting surfers alike, with a laid-back vibe that celebrates both learning and pushing your limits. The reef breaks here deliver both left and right-hand waves, giving you options depending on conditions and your style.

The crown jewel for beginners is Agat, a welcoming reef break that breaks down into manageable sections for those building their skills. For intermediate surfers ready to step up, spots like Asan, Boat Basin, Gun Beach, and Rizal Beach offer more demanding waves with consistent peaks and longer walls to work with. If you're an advanced or expert surfer chasing serious barrels, Tanguisson is your spot—a powerful reef break that demands respect and rewards precision. All six breaks maintain a mellow 3/5 crowd level, so you won't feel crowded even on good days.

Winter months from January through March bring the most consistent swells, with average wave heights around 1.1 meters and forecast scores reaching into the low 80s. This is when Guam's trade wind swell is most active. The early year also sees cleaner conditions with stronger offshore winds. As you move into summer and fall, waves drop significantly—June bottoms out at 0.6 meters average—but the water warms to a glassy 30°C and winds lighten considerably. If you're sensitive to crowds, any month works fine here, though winter's slightly better scores might draw a few more visitors.

Based on WeWave data, the sweet spot for surfing West and North Guam runs from January through March, when average wave heights peak at 1.1 meters and forecast scores average 43. The shoulder seasons of July through October offer smaller but still rideable 0.7-0.8 meter waves with warmer water and lighter winds, making them perfect if you prefer glassy mornings and want to focus on technique. Year-round warm water temperatures ranging from 28.3°C to 30°C mean you can surf in boardshorts every day.