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Conditions at Playa Pelada in August
August: Power and Volume Before the Autumn Shift
August continues the green-season momentum. Wave height holds at 1.5m (5ft), period at 13.3s, and the directional focus remains squarely on the SSW (77.3%) and SW (14.8%) window. The 1.5-2m (5-6.5ft) class is highly developed at around 38% of the total, while the 1-1.5m (3-5ft) class still accounts for the majority - a nice mix of everyday rippable waves and some sizable sets.
Ideal wind drops slightly to 55%, but the trade wind is still a presence and the onshore wind share stays moderate. Rain remains a factor at 6.36mm/day, and the combination of 27.2°C air and 29.1°C water means warm, humid sessions. August is dependable, powerful, and right in the middle of the prime window.
Average Spot conditions at Playa Pelada in August
Swell history for August
Wind history for August
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Playa Pelada during August. 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 Pelada for your next trip in August.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Playa Pelada for August. 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 Pelada.