Conditions at Baya in August
August: Biggest Swells of the Year
August delivers the biggest average surf of the year at 6-7ft (2.0m), with a long 14.3s period. Ideal wind is still high at 65 percent. The swell spectrum is very south-heavy: S at 62 percent, SSW at 20 percent, and SSE at 11 percent. The trades are also at their strongest, with SE at 60 percent and SSE at 21 percent, so the ocean can get a bit more wind-affected than in June or July. Nevertheless, the sheer energy in the water makes Baya a serious prospect, with plenty of 2m-plus sets rolling through. With rainfall at only 1.99 mm/day, air at 24.9°C, and water at 27.4°C, August is for surfers who want heavy, powerful waves.
Average Spot conditions at Baya in August
Swell history for August
Wind history for August
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Baya 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 Baya for your next trip in August.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Baya 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 Baya.