Conditions at Santana in October
October: Tropical Storm Swell and Clean Windows
October keeps the excellent run going. SW swell takes over at 42.6%, SSW contributes 29.4%, and the combined southern quadrant sits above 84%. The average wave period remains a healthy 12.7s, so Santana sees long, powerful southwest groundswell with plenty of 3-5ft (1-1.5m) surf and a good share of 5-6.5ft (1.5-2m) peaks. This is prime season for southern-hemisphere storm tracks and the tail end of eastern Pacific tropical activity, which can add extra juice to the swell window.
Ideal surf wind again reaches 40%-the trades continue to slacken, while west/southwest winds become more common but are often light in the morning. Rainfall is at its annual peak around 7.99mm/day, meaning heavier showers and occasionally stormy conditions, but also glassier periods between systems. Air temps average 27.4°C and water temp remains warm at 28.5°C. October delivers both quality and quantity.
Average Spot conditions at Santana in October
Swell history for October
Wind history for October
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Santana 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 Santana for your next trip in October.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Santana 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 Santana.