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Conditions at Playa Blanca in February
February: Slightly Smaller Groundswell, Zero Offshore Windows
February keeps the summer pattern intact: average swell height is 5ft (1.6m), the period stays at a strong 13.4s, and SW swell makes up 55% of the energy with WSW at 40%. Most waves fall in the 5-6.5ft (1.5-2m) range, with around 11% pushing into the 6.5-8ft (2-2.5m) category. There is no shortage of long-period South Pacific groundswell at Playa Blanca.
However, February is the most wind-challenged month of the year, with ideal wind conditions recorded at 0%. SSW and SW winds combine for nearly 54%, while WSW and W add another 34%, leaving the spot exposed to almost unbroken onshore flow. Water temp is the warmest of the year at 15.2°C, air temp averages 19.9°C, and rain is essentially absent. For surfers, it is a frustrating month: plenty of swell in the water, but very little clean, rippable surf.
Average Spot conditions at Playa Blanca in February
Swell history for February
Wind history for February
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Playa Blanca 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 Playa Blanca for your next trip in February.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Playa Blanca 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 Playa Blanca.