Conditions at Encuentro in November
November: Size Is Back, Wind Is the Gatekeeper
November marks the true return of winter surf. The average wave height jumps to 1.5m (5ft) and the period reaches 9.3s, while the direction mix locks into the favorable sector: NE (38%), ENE (36%) and NNE (16%) combine for 92% of the swell. This is prime groundswell territory, with frequent 1.5-2m (5-6ft) waves and some overhead sets on the bigger pulses. The downside is that the trade winds become more active again, lowering the ideal wind score to 23%. E and ESE still dominate at over 52%, so you will have to work around the breeze. November is also the wettest month of the year at 3.13 mm/day, but showers are usually short and passing. With water at 28.2°C and air at 26.4°C, it remains warm and tropical. Bring a step-up board for the better swells.
Average Spot conditions at Encuentro in November
Swell history for November
Wind history for November
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Encuentro 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 Encuentro for your next trip in November.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Encuentro 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 Encuentro.