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Conditions at Fitzroy Beach in August
August: Big Westerly Swell, Variable Winds
August is still unmistakably winter, but the light at the end of the tunnel starts to show. Swell remains at 2.1m (7ft) with a healthy 12.1s period, and the W/WNW sector is generous - ideal for a beach facing northwest. WSW still provides the bulk of the energy, but the number of true west swells is on the rise. The offshore wind score drops to 21 percent, so it is not as clean as July; W/NW onshore winds are more frequent as spring approaches. Nevertheless, the models often show multi-day runs of groundswell, and if you can catch the SE/SSE offshore windows, Fitzroy will be hollow, lined-up, and fast. Water temp hits its yearly low at 13.6°C (56°F). This is the month for hardcore locals - the rewards are still there, but you have to earn them through the cold and wind.
Average Spot conditions at Fitzroy Beach in August
Swell history for August
Wind history for August
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Fitzroy Beach 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 Fitzroy Beach for your next trip in August.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Fitzroy Beach 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 Fitzroy Beach.