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Conditions at Witches Rock in October
October: Autumn Swell Gold
October holds the tail end of the southern-hemisphere swell train, and it goes out with a bang. The swell distribution is heavily weighted toward the sweet spot: SSW 29.4%, SW 42.6% and WSW 7.0% combine for around 79% of the total energy. The average period remains a solid 12.7s, and wave heights stay in the dependable 1-1.5m (3-5ft) bracket, averaging 1.2m (4ft). The NE trade wind is returning, but it remains moderate, giving an ideal wind score of 58%. Heavy rain (9.06mm/day) and warm air at 25.8°C characterize the weather, while water temperatures stay tropical at 28.5°C. If you can dodge the showers, October offers arguably the best combination of favorable swell direction and manageable offshore wind for a late-season mission.
Average Spot conditions at Witches Rock in October
Swell history for October
Wind history for October
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Witches Rock 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 Witches Rock for your next trip in October.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Witches Rock 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 Witches Rock.