Conditions at P-Land in November
November: Early Trade-Wind Build, Still Stormy
November is a transition month as the dry season tries to return. Swell height averages around 3ft (0.9m), period 11.9s, and the SSW (70%) plus SW (29%) mix keeps the west-facing break active. But there is still plenty of onshore wind: W (33.1%), WSW (18.8%), and WNW (20.1%) make up about 72 percent of the wind rose, and ideal surfing wind is only 6 percent. The redeeming factor is the slow return of NE/ENE/E winds, especially late in the month, as the Atlantic high strengthens and pushes the ITCZ south. Rain is still heavy at 8.92mm/day but less than September and October. Water temperature eases to 27.8°C. By the last week or two, crisp offshore windows and long-period SW swell can start to align - a preview of December's improving conditions.
Average Spot conditions at P-Land in November
Swell history for November
Wind history for November
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at P-Land during November. 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 P-Land for your next trip in November.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at P-Land for November. 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 P-Land.