Conditions at Yport in October
October: The Storm Track Turns Back On
October is where Yport's surf season really ignites. Average swell height jumps to 1.2m (4ft), the period improves to 7.1s, and the ideal offshore wind percentage rises to 15%. The wave rose still shows W (24.8%) and WSW (18.8%) dominance, but the Atlantic storm track is now producing more north-west energy, and the frequency of S/SW winds increases. The wind rose shows SSW 10.9%, SW 10.8% and S 9.0% - a strong offshore signal for Yport.
Rain returns in force with 2.79 mm/day, water temperature is still usable at 15.9°C (60.6°F), and air temperature averages 13.2°C. Frontal systems are faster and more powerful, bringing the first proper groundswell events of the season. When a low pressure centre deepens in the North Sea and a N/NW swell hits with south-southwest winds, Yport can turn from sleepy to serious in a matter of hours. This is the month to start watching the Atlantic forecasts closely.
Average Spot conditions at Yport in October
Swell history for October
Wind history for October
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Yport 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 Yport for your next trip in October.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Yport 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 Yport.