Conditions at Skallelv in October
October: The Season Roars Back
October is the true kickoff of the surf season at Skallelv. Average swell height jumps to 2-3ft (0.8m) and the period reaches 7.2s - the highest average of the year - giving the waves real punch. The swell rose is still northeast-heavy, with NE (16.2%) and NNE (15.3%) leading, but the E/ESE/SE/SSE block is enough to light up the beach from optimal angles. The wind is dominated by SW (13.6%) and WSW (12.8%), but the W and NW quadrants supply frequent offshore windows, and ideal wind jumps to 22%. As the Barents Sea low-pressure track strengthens, and with the NAO often turning positive in autumn, Skallelv starts seeing regular storm energy. Air temps average 2.2°C, water drops to 7.4°C, and precipitation is 2.38 mm/day. The nights grow long and dark, but the surf is worth the cold.
Average Spot conditions at Skallelv in October
Swell history for October
Wind history for October
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Skallelv 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 Skallelv for your next trip in October.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Skallelv 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 Skallelv.