Question 1

How often is this page updated?

Accepted Answer

Each location is refreshed once every three hours. The hourly view, 7-day forecast, luck factor and packing notes come from the same stored update.

Question 2

What is the luck factor?

Accepted Answer

We compare the 7-day forecast with the version-matched historical observations available for the same time of year at San José del Cabo. The delta shows whether conditions look better, worse or about the same as a typical this time of year.

Question 3

How is 'best session' picked?

Accepted Answer

We score each day of the 7-day forecast using the same algorithm as the leaderboard, and highlight the highest scorer.

Question 4

Where does the data come from?

Accepted Answer

Open-Meteo's Marine API (swell height, period, water temperature) and Weather API (wind and conditions).

Question 5

Does the score capture local knowledge?

Accepted Answer

Partly. The model uses stored spot geometry, swell ranges and tide preferences where configured. It cannot see changing banks, crowds, access, closures or everything visible on a local cam, so treat it as a starting point.

Question 6

When is the best time for Surf at San José del Cabo?

Accepted Answer

The best week for surf at San José del Cabo is the week of 30 November (score 3/5) with low crowds.

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