Conditions at Ataka in September
September: The Autumnal Turn
September signals a change in the atmosphere. The average swell height rises to 1.0m (3.3ft) and the period stretches to 5.9 seconds, almost reaching the 'punchy' threshold. The swell direction starts to swing back to the north: NNW accounts for 18.7%, NNE 26.5%, and N 12.0%, while WNW and NW combine for 10.9%. Though NNE is not ideal, the NNW component is very welcome.
The ideal wind window climbs back to 35%, and offshore E-ESE-SE-SSE flow is just under 20%. Early autumn fronts and, occasionally, decaying typhoons bring the first real swell of the season - often a raw, power-packed 3-5ft (0.9-1.5m). Water remains warm at 25.5°C (78°F), making it a great time for a shorty or even a spring suit.
Average Spot conditions at Ataka in September
Swell history for September
Wind history for September
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Ataka during September. 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 Ataka for your next trip in September.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Ataka for September. 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 Ataka.