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Conditions at Playa Madrono in September
September: Heavy Swell Meets the Roughest Wind Window
September is statistically the second-weakest month for surf quality at Playa Madrono. The swell side is almost too good: over 97 percent of the wave energy is from the SSW, with an average period of 13.5s. But the ideal wind percentage drops to just 37 percent, and WSW/SW winds combine for more than a third of all observations, frequently leaving the lineup lumpy and sectiony.
Rain totals an annual high of 11.60mm/day, air temperatures stay near 26.7°C, and the water temperature is 28.7°C. When a rare northerly or NNW pulse aligns with the SSW swell, there are still excellent 3-5ft (1-1.5m) waves to be had. But consistency is poor, so patience and a sharp eye on the wind charts are essential.
Average Spot conditions at Playa Madrono in September
Swell history for September
Wind history for September
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Playa Madrono 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 Madrono for your next trip in September.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Playa Madrono 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 Madrono.