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Conditions at Playa Grande in September
September: Smallest Swell, Cleanest Water
September is the low point in the annual swell cycle, averaging just 0.8m (2.5ft) with a 7.3s period. The NE quadrant still supplies 88.7% of the energy, but a full 52.9% of all waves are in the 0.5-1m category and another 23.1% are 1-1.5m. The trade winds have almost completely let go, and the ideal offshore wind percentage reaches 29%, close to the year's max. This is a month of glassy, small, short-period waves - perfect for longboarders, beginners, or anyone wanting to work on small-wave technique. The surrounding green season is in full force, with 8.32mm/day of rain and water temp peaking at 29.3C. You won't be charging, but on a morning with S/SW wind, Playa Grande can turn surprisingly fun.
Average Spot conditions at Playa Grande in September
Swell history for September
Wind history for September
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Playa Grande during September. 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 Playa Grande for your next trip in September.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Playa Grande for September. 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 Playa Grande.