Conditions at Streedagh Strand in October
October: The North Atlantic Roars Back
The North Atlantic roars back to life during October and Streedagh Strand responds immediately. Average swell height jumps to 4.5ft (1.3m) and the period lengthens to 10.9 seconds. A more active storm track is sending low pressure systems across the ocean, and the WNW/W/NW/NNW window is feeding the beach with more frequent 5-8ft (1.5-2.5m) groundswell. WNW dominates with 29.2 percent, W adds 19.4 percent, NW 15.4 percent and NNW 12.6 percent.
Just as importantly, the wind patterns shift. The SE/SSE offshore sector becomes nearly as prominent as the SW/WSW onshore flow, and the ideal wind percentage climbs back to 30 percent. This makes October one of the most reliable months for combining decent size with clean conditions at the Strand. Water temperatures are still mild at 13.6°C, air temperatures average 11.4°C, and rainfall increases to 4.18 mm/day as autumn storms return.
Average Spot conditions at Streedagh Strand in October
Swell history for October
Wind history for October
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Streedagh Strand 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 Streedagh Strand for your next trip in October.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Streedagh Strand 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 Streedagh Strand.