Conditions at Grindavik in February
February: Maximum Swell, Limited Windows
February maintains the winter peak with an average swell height of 2.5m (8ft) and an average period of 11.9s, the longest of the year. The swell window remains locked onto the S-SSW-SW quadrant: SW 13.9%, SSW 11.2%, S 8.6% and WSW 7.7%. A large portion of this energy sits in the 1.5-2.5m (5-8ft) class, with a meaningful share of over 2.5m (8ft) XL surf from the SW. The challenge is the wind; ideal offshore flow manages just 11% of the time, one of the lowest marks of the year. NNE, NE and ENE winds are common, while SW winds add onshore energy. When the Icelandic Low deepens and storm tracks align, Grindavik sees relentless long-period groundswell, but you have to be disciplined and pick the north-wind windows. With air temps averaging 1.0°C and water temps at 5.3°C, this is expedition-grade winter surfing.
Average Spot conditions at Grindavik in February
Swell history for February
Wind history for February
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Grindavik during February. 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 Grindavik for your next trip in February.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Grindavik for February. 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 Grindavik.