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Conditions at Boca Damas in October
October: Max Size, Stormier Skies, and a Westerly Mix
October continues to deliver solid surf energy, but the character changes. Average swell height remains at 1.4m (4.6ft), while average period eases to 12.8s - still powerful, but no longer at the peak April-May numbers. SSW energy is 78.4%, while SW grows to 20.1%, so the swell arrives with a broader, more westerly component. About 73% of waves are 3-5ft (1-1.5m), 23% are 5-6.5ft (1.5-2m), and a few larger sets push through. Wind becomes more challenging: ideal offshore flow drops to 20%, and S/SSW/SW/WSW winds are common, with rain reaching its yearly maximum at 9.36 mm/day. Air is 25.2°C and water is 28.0°C. October surf is often pumped up but stormy; behind passing tropical squalls, however, light winds can reveal some very powerful, clean waves.
Average Spot conditions at Boca Damas in October
Swell history for October
Wind history for October
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Boca Damas during October. 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 Boca Damas for your next trip in October.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Boca Damas for October. 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 Boca Damas.