Conditions at Avalon in February
February: Short-Period Summer Energy with Pre-Dawn Gems
February continues the summer theme. Average swell height nudges up to 1.4m (4.6ft), average wave period is 8.6s, and E/ESE swells dominate with 23% and 21% of the wave rose respectively, while SE and SSE add another 36%. ENE still contributes 15%, so there is no lack of waves. The problem is the wind. Ideal offshore W/WNW/NW/NNW conditions occur only 21% of the time, while NE and ENE winds combine for around 24% and SSE/S onshore flow adds another 24%. Moderate speeds of 10-30 kph are enough to create plenty of chop on a southeast-facing beach. On the bright side, water temp peaks at 22.6°C, the air is warm at 22.6°C, and there are still windows when a Tasman low drifts far enough south to feed E/SE swell under a W/NW breeze. Those days are worth the mid-week paddle, with 3-5ft (1-1.5m) fun beach walls.
Average Spot conditions at Avalon in February
Swell history for February
Wind history for February
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Avalon during February. Based on historical data, there is a % probability of groundswell occurring this month. The chart below provides a detailed breakdown of the average wave height distribution, offering deep insights into the swell quality and surf potential you can expect at Avalon for your next trip in February.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Avalon for February. Our analysis shows that favorable offshore or side-shore winds coincide with surfable swell approximately % of the time. The accompanying graph illustrates the average size distribution of waves during these optimal wind windows at Avalon.