Conditions at Easkey Right in August
August: A Quiet Hint of Autumn
August sits at the tail of the summer lull, with an average swell of 4-5ft (1.3m) and a period of 8.9s. The swell directions are again dominated by WNW (28.3%) and W (21.2%), with NW (15.8%) and NNW (12.6%) still in play. Most waves remain small, but there are slightly more 5-6ft (1.5-2m) readings than in July, an early sign that the Atlantic is beginning to stir. August also has the highest ideal wind percentage of the year at 30%, with south and southwest winds common, so when a small pulse lines up it can be surprisingly clean. Sea surface temperature reaches its peak of 15.8°C, air temperatures hold at 15.0°C, and precipitation is 3.62mm/day. It is a great month for a beginner or a summer small-wave enthusiast.
Average Spot conditions at Easkey Right in August
Swell history for August
Wind history for August
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Easkey Right 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 Easkey Right for your next trip in August.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Easkey Right 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 Easkey Right.