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Conditions at Punta Roca in August
August: Tropical Pulse and Peak Water Temps
August keeps the average height at 4.5ft (1.4m) and period at 13.2s, with SSW (78%) and S (16%) again dominating the spectrum. The main swell distribution is similar to July: about 73% at 3-5ft (1-1.5m) and 23% at 5-7ft (1.5-2m). Ideal wind runs 57% of the time, with NNE/NE/ENE totalling nearly 29%. With the Eastern Pacific hurricane season in full swing, August can throw in extra pulses of longer-period SSW/SW swell. Rain is heavy at 6.95mm/day and water temperature peaks at 30.4°C, so expect warm showers and even warmer surf.
Average Spot conditions at Punta Roca in August
Swell history for August
Wind history for August
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Punta Roca 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 Punta Roca for your next trip in August.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Punta Roca 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 Punta Roca.