Conditions at Chesterman Beach in November
November: Storm Track Full Swing
November solidifies winter at Chesterman. Average swell heights jump to 2.4m (7.9ft) with an 11.7s period, and the W and WSW directions supply the bulk of the energy. The swell rose also shows a significant SW component, which means the beach is getting hit by a wide, powerful window of long-period Pacific swell. Wind-wise, the pattern is much more favorable than spring: ESE and SE winds are common, while offshore E and ESE flow combines for a solid ideal wind percentage of 23%. With air temps averaging 7.2°C, water temp dropping to 9.6°C, and rainfall returning to a heavy 10.70mm/day, November is a serious, wet, stormy month for dedicated surfers.
Average Spot conditions at Chesterman Beach in November
Swell history for November
Wind history for November
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Chesterman Beach during November. 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 Chesterman Beach for your next trip in November.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Chesterman Beach for November. 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 Chesterman Beach.