Conditions at St. Laurent du Var in August
August: The Mediterranean Haze
August is statistically the flattest month of the year at St. Laurent du Var. Average swell height is 1ft (0.3m), average period is 4.1s, and the wind is ideal for surfing only 7% of the time. Swell direction remains stuck in the S/SSW/SW window-SSW and SW combine for 44.8%-but more than 55% of all swell is in the micro category. Any hope of a clean wave is usually smothered by light S/SSE thermal winds.
Air and water temperatures peak at 24.2°C and 23.7°C respectively, making it the warmest month of the year for swimming. Rainfall is minimal, and the Mediterranean is at its most tranquil. If you are serious about waves, look elsewhere or wait for late September. St. Laurent is best enjoyed from the beach in August.
Average Spot conditions at St. Laurent du Var in August
Swell history for August
Wind history for August
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at St. Laurent du Var 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 St. Laurent du Var for your next trip in August.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at St. Laurent du Var 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 St. Laurent du Var.