Conditions at Pasta Point in September
September: Still Pumping, Transition Lurking
September keeps the southwest monsoon energy alive, though the transition is starting to creep in. Optimal direction swell remains strong: S (18.9%), WSW (16.3%), SSW (14.3%), SW (13.7%) and W (15.2%) lead the way, while SSE (15.3%) begins to grow. Average height sits at 3-4ft (1.1m) with an 8.4s period, still punchy and rideable. Ideal wind is 46%, thanks to WNW (26.7%) and NW (9.4%) blowing frequently across the reef. WSW (17.5%) and W (31.5%) still appear, but there are more clean windows than in June. Rain averages 6.02mm/day, water is 29.1°C and air is 27.5°C. September is a solid, reliable surf month, though by the latter half the swell starts to spread toward the SE as the monsoon rhythm fades.
Average Spot conditions at Pasta Point in September
Swell history for September
Wind history for September
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Pasta Point 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 Pasta Point for your next trip in September.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Pasta Point 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 Pasta Point.