Conditions at Shangri-la in October
October: Fading Monsoon, Returning Quality
October marks a clear shift toward the fair season. Ideal wind is 40%, and the wind rose is led by WSW (20.2%), W (19.4%), SW (13.3%) and WNW (11.8%) - a much more workable offshore/cross-offshore pattern. Swell averages 1.5m (5ft) with period easing to 10.5s. The dominant swell directions are S (34.5%), SSE (25.0%) and SSW (18.3%), with SW/WSW contributions growing. This mix still produces powerful surf, but the wind texture is cleaner and more manageable than the summer months. Water temperature remains warm at 29.1°C, air temperature is 27.5°C, and October is the wettest month with 6.15mm/day of rain. Wind direction is the key: the more W/NW it gets, the better the surf.
Average Spot conditions at Shangri-la in October
Swell history for October
Wind history for October
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Shangri-la 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 Shangri-la for your next trip in October.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Shangri-la 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 Shangri-la.