Conditions at Vouliagmeni in October
October: Autumn Low Pressure Rebuilds Hopes
October marks the real transition back to surf. Average swell height climbs to 0.7m (2.3ft), period to 4.5s, and ideal wind reaches 22%. The favourable S/SSW/SE/SSE sector now accounts for roughly 25% of the wave rose, with SSW at 15.8% and a growing share of 1-1.5m (3-5ft) waves. The prevailing winds swing strongly into the offshore N/NNE/NW/NNW quadrant, more than 54% of the time, which means when a low-pressure system drifts through the central Mediterranean, Vouliagmeni can offer clean, punchy conditions. Water remains warm at 23.3°C and air averages 19.0°C. October is all about watching the synoptic charts and being ready for the first proper swell pulses.
Average Spot conditions at Vouliagmeni in October
Swell history for October
Wind history for October
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Vouliagmeni 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 Vouliagmeni for your next trip in October.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Vouliagmeni 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 Vouliagmeni.